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This is a community recipe contributed by Dimitrios Peroulakis.
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Published on 6th of October 2025
Entered in Lustau Sherry Cocktail Competition
Serve in a Highball (max 10oz/300ml)
| 50 ml | Lustau San Emilio Pedro Ximénez Sherry |
| 15 ml | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 20 ml | St-Germain elderflower liqueur |
| 30 ml | Apple juice/apple cider (cloudy & unsweetened) |
| 60 ml | Crémant sparkling wine |
| 2 fresh | Fresh thyme |
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