1 serving
Darkside 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gin | 67.5 ml | 6.8 cl | 2.3 oz | 3 parts |
 Quinquina | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
 New Orleans Aromatic Bitters | 3 dash | — | — | — |
 Cocktail Cherry | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Single brandied cherry
Method
How to make Darkside
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a coupe and prepare exactly one small brandied cocktail cherry on a short pick.
- 02
Measure the gin, quinquina, and New Orleans aromatic bitters into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass with solid ice and stir for about 20–25 seconds until very cold and balanced.
- 04
Taste a small drop if needed to confirm the drink has enough dilution without losing its structure.
- 05
Fine-strain into the thoroughly chilled coupe, leaving all mixing ice behind.
- 06
Add the single cherry neatly at the rim and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Darkside taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and bitterness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Darkside questions
What is in a Darkside?
Kokto’s build uses gin, quinquina, new orleans aromatic bitters, and cocktail cherry.
How long does a Darkside 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 Darkside prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Darkside 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 B033https://punchdrink.com/recipes/darkside/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved