Amai Doku #2

ABOUT
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This soju cocktail's name translates to "Sweet Poison #2."

INGREDIENTS
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 3/4 oz  Raicilla
   1 oz  Soju
 3/4 oz  Grapefruit juice
 1/2 oz  Kumquat shrub*
         Soda

Garnish  Half a kumquat

  Glass  Collins

DIRECTIONS
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Add all ingredients except the soda to a shaker and fill with ice.

Shake, and strain into a Collins glass.

Top with soda and garnish with half a kumquat.

ADDITIONAL INFO
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*Kumquat shrub:

INGREDIENTS:



.5 pounds Kumquats, halved

4 oz Sugar

12 oz Japanese apple cider vinegar



PREPARATION:

Place the kumquats and sugar in a mason jar. Let it macerate for two
days in the refrigerator. Add the vinegar to the mixture and and let
sit for two more days in the refrigerator. Squeeze the kumquats and
strain.

(Image: Michael Tulipan)

PROFILE
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Flavors       : [Bubbly] [Fruity/Citrus-forward] [Sour]
Base Spirit   : [Soju]
Cocktail Type : [Modern Classics]
Served        : [Neat/Up]
Preparation   : [Shaken]
Strength      : [Medium]
Difficulty    : [Complicated]
Hours         : [Afternoon] [Evening]