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Horse's Neck

At the table, sour, citrus and refreshing across a lean, light body. The drink is firm and warming and very easy to drink.

SourCitrusRefreshing
APPROX. ABV
22%
STRENGTH
4/5
DRINKABILITY
5/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2
Bitterness0
Sourness4
Strength4
Body1
Drinkability5
Fruity2
Herbal1
Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

1 long strip Lemon peel

2 oz Brandy

5 oz Ginger ale

2 dashes Bitters

Method
Pour brandy and ginger ale directly into highball glass with ice cubes. Stir gently. Garnish with lemon zest. If desired, add dashes of Angostura Bitter.
Glass
Highball glass
Garnish
Citrus garnish
Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Seafood
02Fried food

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

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