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Built · 1 serving

Bryan

A compact bittersweet nightcap combining minty fernet, high-proof rye, and mineral ferro-china liqueur.

Short answer

Bryan is a built cocktail made with mint fernet, rye whiskey, and ferro china. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 4 minutes.
Time4 min
MethodBuilt
GlassRocks
LevelEasy
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1 serving

Bryan 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
Bryan ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Mint fernetSource suggests this bottle (not required): Brancamenta30 ml3 cl1 oz1 part
Rye WhiskeyUse rye whiskey at 50% ABV, preferably Rittenhouse Bottled-in-Bond; the source specifies this strength.Source suggests this bottle (not required): Rittenhouse Rye Bottled-in-Bond (50%)30 ml3 cl1 oz1 part
Ferro ChinaSource suggests this bottle (not required): Ferro China Baliva30 ml3 cl1 oz1 part

Garnish: No garnish

Method

How to make Bryan

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Place one clear heavy double rocks glass in the freezer until thoroughly chilled.

  2. 02

    Measure the minty fernet, high-proof 50% ABV rye whiskey, and ferro-china liqueur accurately.

  3. 03

    Pour all three measured ingredients directly into the frozen glass.

  4. 04

    Fill the glass with fresh solid clear cubed ice, leaving comfortable drinking room at the rim.

  5. 05

    Stir briefly for 8–10 seconds to combine and lightly chill without excessive dilution.

  6. 06

    Confirm the dark digestif has no garnish or extra object and serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does Bryan taste like?

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

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

Sweetness2 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness5 / 5
Strength5 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Bryan questions

What is in a Bryan?

Kokto’s build uses mint fernet, rye whiskey, and ferro china.

How long does a Bryan 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 Bryan prepared?

It uses a built method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Bryan 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 B160https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/32178/bryan · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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