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Lovers of Scotch whisky and Chartreuse should only consider this spirit-forward, herbal cocktail. (It's more approachable when served in an old-fashioned...
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Loïc Berger’s Avatar Loïc Berger
26th October at 13:24
Hi, Simon! I found that exact drink (your version) in the book "Cocktails (Metropolitan Club Washington DC)". It was published in 1920. So it precedes "L'Art du Shaker" (1925). Here are the specs:

"10.
Three fourths Scotch Whiskey, one fourth Yellow Chartreuse, three dashes of Orange Bitters, stir well."

PS: Ok, it says 3 dashes not 2. I will try it soon!

Best Regards
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Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
26th October at 14:54
Many thanks, Loïc. I have added this earlier recipe above.
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