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This is a community recipe contributed by Angel San José Marin .
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Published on 23rd of October 2025
Entered in Lustau Sherry Cocktail Competition
Serve in a Rocks glass
| 45 ml | Lustau Manzanilla Papirusa Sherry |
| 15 ml | Amaro Montenegro |
| 7.5 ml | Laphroaig PX Cask |
| 5 ml | Monin Pure Cane Syrup (65.0°brix, equivalent to 2:1 rich syrup) |
| 8 dash | Angostura Cocoa Bitters |
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