Brandy Crusta
Ingredients
Make
08

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled wine glass
Total liquid~106 g

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Created by: Jerry Thomas
Source: Bar-Tender’s Guide
Year: 1862
Drink size: ≈ 206 ml
Strength: ≈ 16% ABV
Alcohol: 33 ml (26 g)
Same alcohol as: 82 ml of 40% vodka
Sugar: 9 g (4.2%) [aka 2 sugar cubes]
Acidity: 0.65%
Citrus: Balanced
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