This is a community recipe contributed by Angelo Carpa.
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Published on 11th of October 2025
Entered in Lustau Sherry Cocktail Competition
Serve in a Nick & Nora glass
| 7.5 ml | Olive brine (from jarred olives) |
| 45 ml | Calvados / apple brandy / straight applejack |
| 20 ml | Italian red bitter liqueur |
| 30 ml | Lustau East India Solera Cream Sherry |
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