1 serving
Apothecary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cognac | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 3 parts |
Ferro China | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Amaro | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Orange Bitters | 2 dash | — | — | — |
Orange | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one short narrow orange zest twist at the rim
Method
How to make Apothecary
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear coupe and cut exactly one short narrow orange zest twist.
- 02
Measure 45 ml cognac, 30 ml ferro-china liqueur, 15 ml amaro, and two dashes orange bitters into a clean mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass generously with solid cold ice and place a bar spoon against the inside wall.
- 04
Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the dark herbal mixture is very cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Strain into the chilled coupe so the surface remains clear and free of ice fragments.
- 06
Express the single orange twist over the drink without flame, affix it neatly at the rim, and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Apothecary taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are bitterness (4/5) and strength (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Apothecary questions
What is in a Apothecary?
Kokto’s build uses cognac, ferro china, amaro, orange bitters, and orange.
How long does a Apothecary 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 Apothecary 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 Apothecary 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 B201https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/36958/apothecary · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved





