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This is a community recipe contributed by Hal Katsyukevych.
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Published on 26th of October 2025
Entered in Lustau Sherry Cocktail Competition
Serve in a Coupe glass
| 45 ml | Lustau Amontillado Los Arcos Sherry |
| 15 ml | Amaro Nonino Quintessentia |
| 7.5 ml | Ferrand Orange Curaçao |
| 15 ml | Rye whiskey (80-88 proof) 40-44% alc./vol. |
| 7.5 ml | Monin Pure Cane Syrup (65.0°brix, equivalent to 2:1 rich syrup) |
| 1.25 ml | Angostura Aromatic Bitters |
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