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A sip begins with rich, herbal and strong. What follows is a broad, weighty texture with a decidedly spirit-forward centre. Lamb is a sensible food match when you want to order it at the table. It rewards attention to the change from the first flavour to the finish, not only the headline ingredients. For context, its listed food matches begin with Lamb and Aged cheese, and its related-drink path leads to Oatmeal Cookie.

RichHerbalStrong

APPROX. ABV: 29%
STRENGTH: 5/5
DRINKABILITY: 2/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2

Bitterness2

Sourness1

Strength5

Body4

Drinkability2

Fruity0

Herbal4

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Whiskey

20 ml Modifier

Aromatic bitters

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

01Lamb

02Aged cheese

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

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