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Stirred · 1 serving

Black Diamond #2

A balanced stirred cocktail combining cognac, sweet vermouth, elderflower liqueur.

Short answer

Black Diamond #2 is a stirred cocktail made with cognac, sweet vermouth, and elderflower liqueur. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 4 minutes.
Time4 min
MethodStirred
GlassCoupe
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Black Diamond #2 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
Black Diamond #2 ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Cognac45 ml4.5 cl1.5 oz6 parts
Sweet Vermouth22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz3 parts
Elderflower Liqueur7.5 ml0.8 cl0.3 oz1 part

Garnish: Fine smoked-cinnamon rim

Method

How to make Black Diamond #2

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill the coupe thoroughly, prepare the Fine smoked-cinnamon rim, and ready the mixing equipment.

  2. 02

    Measure cognac, sweet vermouth, elderflower liqueur accurately and add them to a clean mixing glass.

  3. 03

    Fill the mixing glass with solid ice cubes and place a bar spoon against the inside wall.

  4. 04

    Prepare a fine smoked-cinnamon rim, stir all ingredients with ice, then strain into the chilled coupe without disturbing the rim.

  5. 05

    Strain into the chilled coupe, keeping the finished drink clear of ice fragments.

  6. 06

    Finish with Fine smoked-cinnamon rim and serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does Black Diamond #2 taste like?

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

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

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength5 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Black Diamond #2 questions

What is in a Black Diamond #2?

Kokto’s build uses cognac, sweet vermouth, and elderflower liqueur.

How long does a Black Diamond #2 take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 4 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Black Diamond #2 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 Black Diamond #2 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 B019https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/3686/black-diamond-2 · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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