Guards
ABV before dilution: 32–37%
Calculation notes
- London Dry Gin: 40–46%
Ingredients
- 1.6666666 oz London Dry Gin
- 0.75 oz Strucchi Red Vermouth
- 0.16666667 oz Dry Curaçao
- 1.0 dash Orange Bitters
Instructions
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a cocktail or coupe glass
Source: Difford's Guide
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