1 serving
CIA 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Artichoke AmaroSource suggests this bottle (not required): Cynar | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Apple brandySource suggests this bottle (not required): Laird's Straight Apple Brandy Bottled in Bond | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Aromatic bitters | 1 dash | — | — | — |
Garnish: No garnish
Method
How to make CIA
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill the smallest available rocks glass.
- 02
Measure artichoke amaro into a small mixing vessel.
- 03
Add bottled-in-bond apple brandy and one dash aromatic bitters.
- 04
Add a small amount of hard ice and stir briefly until cold.
- 05
Strain into the chilled glass without ice.
- 06
Serve immediately with no garnish.
Tasting profile
What does CIA taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and bitterness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
CIA questions
What is in a CIA?
Kokto’s build uses artichoke amaro, apple brandy, and aromatic bitters.
How long does a CIA take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 3 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a CIA 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 CIA 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 B225https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/15604/cia · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved