1 serving
Borderline 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bourbon | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 4 parts |
 Vermouth Amaro | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1.5 parts |
 Lemon Juice | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Maple Syrup | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: Orange twist
Method
How to make Borderline
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill the cocktail thoroughly and prepare the Orange twist before mixing.
- 02
Measure bourbon, vermouth amaro, lemon juice, maple syrup accurately and add them to a clean cocktail shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid ice cubes and seal it firmly.
- 04
Shake hard with ice for 10–15 seconds and fine-strain into the prepared glass.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled cocktail so no small ice fragments reach the drink.
- 06
Finish with Orange twist and serve immediately while very cold.
Tasting profile
What does Borderline taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and freshness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Borderline questions
What is in a Borderline?
Kokto’s build uses bourbon, vermouth amaro, lemon juice, and maple syrup.
How long does a Borderline 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 Borderline prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Borderline 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 B015https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/291/borderline · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved