1 serving
Bossa Nova #1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White Rum | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 2.7 parts |
Apple Cider | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 2.7 parts |
Apricot liqueur | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Vanilla herbal liqueur | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Lime Juice | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Lime | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Small lime wheel
Method
How to make Bossa Nova #1
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill a Collins glass, prepare fresh clear ice, and cut one small thin lime wheel.
- 02
Measure the lightly aged rum, cloudy apple cider, apricot liqueur, vanilla-herbal liqueur, and fresh lime juice into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker with solid ice and shake hard for 10–15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
- 04
Fill the chilled Collins glass with fresh clear ice, leaving safe space below the rim.
- 05
Strain the cocktail over the fresh ice without carrying across spent shaker ice.
- 06
Attach the small lime wheel neatly to the rim, add no other garnish, and serve.
Tasting profile
What does Bossa Nova #1 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
Bossa Nova #1 questions
What is in a Bossa Nova #1?
Kokto’s build uses white rum, apple cider, apricot liqueur, vanilla herbal liqueur, lime juice, and lime.
How long does a Bossa Nova #1 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 Bossa Nova #1 prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a highball. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Bossa Nova #1 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 B036https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/293/bossa-nova-1 · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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