1 serving
Bonsai 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fino Sherry | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 4.5 parts |
Plum wine | 25 ml | 2.5 cl | 0.8 oz | 2.5 parts |
Chile liqueur | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1.5 parts |
Palo Cortado Sherry | 10 ml | 1 cl | 0.3 oz | 1 part |
Absinthe | 2 dash | — | — | — |
Orange | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one very short narrow orange zest twist at the rim
Method
How to make Bonsai
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear coupe and cut exactly one very short narrow orange zest twist.
- 02
Measure the fino sherry, umeshu, chile liqueur, palo cortado sherry, and two restrained dashes of absinthe into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass about three-quarters full with solid cold ice.
- 04
Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the savory amber mixture is very cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so the surface remains clear and free of ice chips.
- 06
Express the single compact orange twist, retain it neatly at the rim, and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Bonsai taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are bitterness (3/5) and strength (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Bonsai questions
What is in a Bonsai?
Kokto’s build uses fino sherry, plum wine, chile liqueur, palo cortado sherry, absinthe, and orange.
How long does a Bonsai 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 Bonsai 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 Bonsai 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 B158https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/15055/bonsai · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved






