1 serving
Cardinale ingredients
Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gin | 40 ml | 4 cl | 1.4 oz | 4 parts |
 Dry Vermouth | 20 ml | 2 cl | 0.7 oz | 2 parts |
 Red Bitter Aperitif | 10 ml | 1 cl | 0.3 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: Expressed lemon zest
Method
How to make Cardinale
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a stemmed cocktail glass and cut a clean strip of lemon zest for garnish.
- 02
Pour the gin, dry vermouth, and red bitter aperitif into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass with solid ice cubes and insert a bar spoon along the inside wall.
- 04
Stir smoothly for about 20 seconds until the drink is cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass, keeping the surface clear of ice fragments.
- 06
Express the lemon zest over the drink, place it neatly at the rim, and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Cardinale taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are bitterness (4/5) and strength (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Cardinale questions
What is in a Cardinale?
Kokto’s build uses gin, dry vermouth, and red bitter aperitif.
How long does a Cardinale 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 Cardinale prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Cardinale 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.
- International Bartenders Association — CardinaleIBA official style reference
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B002https://iba-world.com/iba-cocktail/cardinale/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved