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For guests of legal drinking age. Strength and standard-drink numbers are estimates from typical recipes; every bar pours differently. Allergen notes are hints, not guarantees: always ask your bartender. The glossary is free; whole-menu explains use AI and count toward your free daily explains. Cocktail glossary · For bars · Privacy

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