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Gold Rush

At the table, honey, citrus and rich across a broad, weighty texture. The drink is firm and warming and fairly approachable. Compared with Imperial Fizz, it leans fuller in body. The final impression is driven more by rich than by simple sweetness. For context, its listed food matches begin with Fried chicken and Cheddar, and its related-drink path leads to Imperial Fizz.

HoneyCitrusRich

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

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness4

Bitterness0

Sourness4

Strength4

Body4

Drinkability4

Fruity2

Herbal1

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 twist or wheel

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Fried chicken

02Cheddar

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

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