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A Negroni-style apple brandy drink with Gran Classico and pear liqueur. It is sweet and fairly strong at about 25% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a double rocks glass over 1 large ice cube. No garnish.
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容量138 ml
Strength25% 酒精度
Alcohol34 ml (27 g)86 毫升伏特加（40%）3 杯（每杯30毫升）
Sugar11 g (8.1%)3 块方糖
Acidity0.03%
甜度Sweet
Scott Teague (2013)
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