1 serving
Ante 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Apple brandy | 50 ml | 5 cl | 1.7 oz | 5 parts |
 Quinquina | 20 ml | 2 cl | 0.7 oz | 2 parts |
 Triple Sec | 10 ml | 1 cl | 0.3 oz | 1 part |
 Aromatic bitters | 1 dash | — | — | — |
 Orange | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Compact orange twist
Method
How to make Ante
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a coupe thoroughly and prepare one short compact orange twist.
- 02
Measure the apple brandy, quinquina, triple sec, and aromatic bitters into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill with solid ice and stir for 20–25 seconds until very cold and properly diluted.
- 04
Check that the cocktail remains clear and the bitters are evenly dispersed.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe, leaving all mixing ice behind.
- 06
Express the orange twist over the surface, retain it neatly at the rim, and serve.
Tasting profile
What does Ante taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and bitterness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Ante questions
What is in a Ante?
Kokto’s build uses apple brandy, quinquina, triple sec, aromatic bitters, and orange.
How long does a Ante 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 Ante 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 Ante 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 B035https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/524/ante · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved