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There's a load of orgeat (almond syrup) in this Daiquiri-style cocktail, but it's only just on the sweet side of balanced with that almond richness contributing...
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Simon Waldmeier’s Avatar Simon Waldmeier
13th June at 10:48
It's not bad; the Orgeat makes it taste and smell as though there was Amaretto in it. Which is probably no coincidence, as the drink was invented in Italy. And there is a subtle nuance of peppermint discernable. The nutmeg just gently mixes into the Orgeat. Overall nice, but I don't perceive this as particularly tropical in character. And I think I would prefer if there was more Maraschino in it.
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Mike Jameson’s Avatar Mike Jameson
28th June at 19:33
Have to agree with it not seeming "tropical/tiki" despite having really all the necessary components. Still a good drink.
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