1 serving
Better & Better 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mezcal | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 6 parts |
Overproof rum | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 2 parts |
Falernum | 7.5 ml | 0.8 cl | 0.3 oz | 1 part |
Lemon | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist at the rim
Method
How to make Better & Better
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear heavy rocks glass, prepare one large clear serving cube, and cut exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist.
- 02
Measure 45 ml mezcal, 15 ml overproof rum, and 7.5 ml falernum into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass generously with solid cold ice.
- 04
Stir steadily for 20–25 seconds until the spirit-forward mixture is very cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Strain into the chilled rocks glass over the single large clear cube.
- 06
Express the lemon oils over the drink, affix the single compact twist at the rim, and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Better & Better taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sweetness (2/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Better & Better questions
What is in a Better & Better?
Kokto’s build uses mezcal, overproof rum, falernum, and lemon.
How long does a Better & Better take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 6 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Better & Better prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Better & Better 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 B197https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/3524/better-and-better · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved




