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A Scotch sour with tawny port, lemon juice, maple syrup, and apple butter. It is lightly tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
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Short shake all the ingredients with 3 ice cubes, then double strain into a double rocks glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the apple fan and serve with a straw.
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容量187 ml
Strength14% 酒精度
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)66 毫升伏特加（40%）2 杯（每杯30毫升）
Sugar15 g (8.1%)4 块方糖
Acidity0.53%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Alex Day (2009)
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