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Poet’s Dream

Poet’s Dream suits someone looking for herbal, floral and strong rather than a generic sweet cocktail. Its lean, light body makes it better for deliberate sipping.

HerbalFloralStrong

APPROX. ABV: 27%
STRENGTH: 5/5
DRINKABILITY: 2/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2

Bitterness2

Sourness1

Strength5

Body2

Drinkability2

Fruity0

Herbal4

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Gin

20 ml Modifier

20 ml Citrus or vermouth

Method: Stir with ice and strain.
Glass: Coupe or Old Fashioned
Garnish: Classic garnish

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

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Soft cheese

02Olives

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

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