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Shaken · one serving

Between the Sheets

A carefully balanced shaken classic led by white rum, with cognac and triple sec.

Short answer

Between the Sheets is a shaken cocktail made with white rum, cognac, triple sec, and lemon juice. A carefully balanced shaken classic led by white rum, with cognac and triple sec. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Between the Sheets ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Between the Sheets ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
White Rum30 ml3 cl1 oz1.5 parts
Cognac30 ml3 cl1 oz1.5 parts
Triple Sec30 ml3 cl1 oz1.5 parts
Lemon Juice20 ml2 cl0.7 oz1 part

Garnish: Orange twist

Method

How to make Between the Sheets

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a chilled coupe and prepare orange twist.

  2. 02

    Measure 30 ml white rum, 30 ml cognac, 30 ml triple sec, 20 ml fresh lemon juice into a clean shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker two-thirds full with large, fresh ice cubes and seal it firmly.

  4. 04

    Shake hard for 10–15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is frosted.

  5. 05

    Double-strain into the chilled a chilled coupe.

  6. 06

    Add orange twist neatly and serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does Between the Sheets taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (3/5) and sourness (3/5).

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

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness3 / 5
Bitterness0 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Between the Sheets questions

What is in a Between the Sheets?

Kokto’s build uses white rum, cognac, triple sec, and lemon juice.

How long does a Between the Sheets 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 Between the Sheets prepared?

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

Is a Between the Sheets 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.

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