Buffalo Soldier
A pecan-infused bourbon old-fashioned sweetened with demerara syrup. It is sweet and strong at about 28% ABV.
Steps
3
Stir the bourbon and syrup over ice, then strain into a double rocks glass over 1 large ice cube. No garnish.
Total liquid~64 g
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Volume96 ml
Strength28 % vol.
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)66 ml de vodka (40 %)2 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar6.9 g (7.1%)1.5 sucres en cube
Acidityaucun
DouceurSweet
Brian Miller (2008)
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