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Stars and Stripes
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Submitted on: July 1, 2024
Hello friends! Tonight I have a special treat, revisiting one of the first layered drinks I made; to submit my entry in The Crafted Pour's summer contest! I inherited a 1965 copy of Old Mr. Boston's De Luxe Official Bartenders Guide from my grandfather, and it kicked around on my bookshelf for several years, until I started a cocktail Instagram back in 2018. 6 years and over 1800 cocktails later, I am still going strong, and I now boast over 1000 followers! This cocktail, the Stars and Stripes ...
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Shot Glass
About 7% ABV (estimate)
By Patrick Muldowney
Home Cocktail Enthusiast
Amateur home mixologist working through vintage and contemporary cocktail books, one drink at a time
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Pour each ingredient carefully, in the order given, so that the lighter ingredients layer on top of the heavier ones.
Editor's Note
A vintage-style layered shooter that uses density to mimic the American flag. A technical exercise in patience and steady pouring.
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Crafted Pour
14 October 2026
I love how this nostalgic drink brings holiday cheer! Your layering is perfect—do you have any tips for beginners on keeping the layers from mixing?
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