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Honeymoon

The profile opens on apple, sour and herbal across a lean, light body. The drink is firm and warming and fairly approachable.

AppleSourHerbal
APPROX. ABV
21%
STRENGTH
4/5
DRINKABILITY
4/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2
Bitterness2
Sourness4
Strength4
Body2
Drinkability4
Fruity0
Herbal4
Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Cognac

20 ml Orange liqueur

20 ml Lemon

Method
Shake with ice and strain.
Glass
Coupe or Old Fashioned
Garnish
Citrus or fruit garnish
Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Pork
02Soft cheese

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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