1 serving
Cunningham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blended Scotch whisky | 52.5 ml | 5.3 cl | 1.8 oz | 3.5 parts |
Bénédictine | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Cherry liqueur | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Blood orange juice | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Lemon Juice | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: Maraschino cherry after expressing and discarding an orange twist
Method
How to make Cunningham
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill the coupe thoroughly, prepare the Maraschino cherry after expressing and discarding an orange twist, and ready the shaker.
- 02
Measure blended scotch, benedictine, cherry liqueur, blood orange juice, lemon juice accurately and add them to a clean cocktail shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid ice cubes and seal it firmly.
- 04
Shake all ingredients with ice until very cold, then fine-strain into the chilled coupe; express an orange twist over the drink and discard it.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no small ice fragments reach the drink.
- 06
Finish with Maraschino cherry after expressing and discarding an orange twist and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Cunningham 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
Cunningham questions
What is in a Cunningham?
Kokto’s build uses blended scotch whisky, bénédictine, cherry liqueur, blood orange juice, and lemon juice.
How long does a Cunningham 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 Cunningham 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 Cunningham 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 B021https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/2363/cunningham · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved





