1 serving
Blackthorn No. 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London dry gin | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 3 parts |
 Quinquina | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
 Kirsch | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Orange Bitters | 1 dash | — | — | — |
 Lemon | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Compact lemon twist
Method
How to make Blackthorn No. 4
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a coupe thoroughly and prepare one short compact lemon twist.
- 02
Measure the London dry gin, quinquina, kirsch, and orange bitters into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill with plenty of solid ice and stir for 25–30 seconds for thorough chilling and dilution.
- 04
Stop when the cocktail is very cold, silky, and still crystal clear.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe without transferring any ice fragments.
- 06
Express the lemon twist over the surface, retain it neatly at the rim, and serve.
Tasting profile
What does Blackthorn No. 4 taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sourness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Blackthorn No. 4 questions
What is in a Blackthorn No. 4?
Kokto’s build uses london dry gin, quinquina, kirsch, orange bitters, and lemon.
How long does a Blackthorn No. 4 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 Blackthorn No. 4 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 Blackthorn No. 4 alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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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 B035https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/554/blackthorn-no-4 · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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