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Makes 1 quart
1 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso powder
1 tablespoon hot water
4 ounces ...
2 oz Irish whiskey
Tonic water
Lemon twist for garnish
Pour the Irish whiskey into a highball ...
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup green pepper, sliced lengthwise
Serves 4-6
2 pounds total of russet, purple, and red-skinned potatoes
2 stalks celery, diced ...
A classic cocktail for sophisticated citified adults.
2 oz Bourbon
1oz Vermouth
2 dashes Bitters
Note: Leave out the raw eggs if you are uncomfortable using them or use pasteurized eggs.
4 large ...
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