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This is a community recipe contributed by Jose Lopez.
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Published on 1st of October 2025
Entered in Lustau Sherry Cocktail Competition
Serve in a Coupe glass
| 60 ml | Lustau East India Solera Cream Sherry |
| 22.5 ml | Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal |
| 15 ml | Honey |
| 1⁄2 pinch | Salt (sea salt) |
| 4 whole | Blackberries |
| 4 leaf | Basil leaves |
| 1 fresh | Egg white |
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