1 serving
Adonis ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Palo Cortado Sherry | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 12 parts |
Amontillado sherry | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 12 parts |
Sweet Vermouth | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 12 parts |
Red bitter aperitif | 2.5 ml | 0.3 cl | 0.1 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: One skewered green olive after expressing and discarding an orange twist
Method
How to make Adonis
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a coupe, prepare one orange twist for expressing, and drain exactly one green olive before placing it on a short pick.
- 02
Measure the Palo Cortado sherry, amontillado sherry, sweet vermouth, and red bitter aperitif into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill with solid ice and throw between tins or stir smoothly until thoroughly chilled and diluted.
- 04
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe, leaving all mixing ice behind.
- 05
Express the orange oils over the surface and discard the peel, then place the single skewered olive securely at the rim.
- 06
Check the cocktail remains clear and the glass is spotless, then serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Adonis taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sweetness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Adonis questions
What is in a Adonis?
Kokto’s build uses palo cortado sherry, amontillado sherry, sweet vermouth, and red bitter aperitif.
How long does a Adonis take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Adonis prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Adonis alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B030https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/18/adonis · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved




