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Churchill

Churchill suits someone looking for dry, herbal and citrus rather than a generic sweet cocktail. Its lean, light body makes it fairly approachable.

DryHerbalCitrus
APPROX. ABV
25%
STRENGTH
4/5
DRINKABILITY
4/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness1
Bitterness2
Sourness4
Strength4
Body2
Drinkability4
Fruity2
Herbal4
Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Whiskey

20 ml Modifier

Aromatic bitters

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

01Roast beef
02Cheddar

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

UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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