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Shaken · 1 serving

Ballet Russe

A balanced shaken cocktail combining vodka, lime juice, creme de cassis.

Short answer

Ballet Russe is a shaken cocktail made with vodka, lime juice, crème de cassis, and rich syrup. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassCocktail
LevelMedium
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Ballet Russe ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
Ballet Russe ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Vodka60 ml6 cl2 oz8 parts
Lime Juice30 ml3 cl1 oz4 parts
Crème de Cassis22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz3 parts
Rich syrup7.5 ml0.8 cl0.3 oz1 part

Garnish: Small lime wedge on the rim

Method

How to make Ballet Russe

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a classic cocktail glass and cut one small, neat lime wedge for the rim.

  2. 02

    Measure the vodka, creme de cassis, freshly squeezed lime juice, and rich syrup into a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.

  4. 04

    Fine-strain into the chilled glass so no ice fragments or citrus pulp remain.

  5. 05

    Secure the single small lime wedge at the rim without letting it dominate the glass.

  6. 06

    Remove any drips from the bowl and stem, then serve immediately while cold.

Tasting profile

What does Ballet Russe taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and freshness (4/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness4 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness4 / 5

Quick answers

Ballet Russe questions

What is in a Ballet Russe?

Kokto’s build uses vodka, lime juice, crème de cassis, and rich syrup.

How long does a Ballet Russe 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 Ballet Russe prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Ballet Russe 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/153/ballet-russe · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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