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This is a community recipe contributed by Peter Halpern.
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Published on 24th of November 2025
Serve in a Rocks glass
| 30 ml | WhistlePig 10yo Straight Rye Whisky |
| 7.5 ml | Maple syrup |
| 7.5 ml | Apple butter |
| 15 ml | Calvados / apple brandy / straight applejack |
| 1 pinch | Cardamom powder (green) |
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