Merry Widow(er)
ABV before dilution: Estimated 29–34%
Calculation notes
- Estimated strength for London Dry Gin from London Dry Gin.
- Unknown strength for Absinthe; assuming 0–100%.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz London Dry Gin
- 1.5 oz Strucchi Dry Vermouth
- 0.33333334 oz Benedictine
- 1.0 dash Absinthe
- 1.0 dash Peychaud's Bitters
Instructions
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a cocktail or coupe glass
Source: Difford's Guide
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