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A Sazerac-style rye whiskey and peated Scotch drink with absinthe, demerara syrup, and Peychaud's bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 33% ABV.
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Rinse a rocks glass with Laphroaig and dump. Stir the remaining ingredients (except the lemon twist) with ice, then strain into a rocks glass. Squeeze the lemon twist over the drink and discard. No garnish.
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容量99 ml
Strength33% 酒精度
Alcohol33 ml (26 g)83 毫升伏特加（40%）3 杯（每杯30毫升）
Sugar4.7 g (4.7%)1颗方糖
Acidity未分配
甜度Off-dry
Thomas Waugh (2011)
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