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Shaken · 1 serving

Crux

A balanced shaken cocktail combining cognac, triple sec, quinquina.

Short answer

Crux is a shaken cocktail made with cognac, triple sec, quinquina, and lemon juice. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelMedium
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Crux 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
Crux ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Cognac37.5 ml3.8 cl1.3 oz2.5 parts
Triple Sec22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1.5 parts
Quinquina22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1.5 parts
Lemon Juice15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1 part

Garnish: Orange twist

Method

How to make Crux

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a coupe and cut one short, compact orange twist with minimal white pith.

  2. 02

    Measure the Cognac, triple sec, red quinquina, and freshly squeezed lemon juice into a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill with ice and shake firmly for 10–15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.

  4. 04

    Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no ice chips or lemon pulp pass through.

  5. 05

    Express the orange oils over the surface and secure the compact twist neatly at the rim.

  6. 06

    Confirm the glass exterior is clean and serve immediately while cold.

Tasting profile

What does Crux 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.

Sweetness2 / 5
Sourness4 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness4 / 5

Quick answers

Crux questions

What is in a Crux?

Kokto’s build uses cognac, triple sec, quinquina, and lemon juice.

How long does a Crux 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 Crux prepared?

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

Is a Crux 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 B030https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/603/crux · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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