1 serving
Drunk in the August Sun 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Falernum | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Manzanilla sherry | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Pineapple Juice | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Overproof rum | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Cream of coconut | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: No garnish
Method
How to make Drunk in the August Sun
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a heavy rocks glass and prepare enough fresh crushed ice to fill it neatly.
- 02
Measure the overproof rum, manzanilla sherry, falernum, pineapple juice, and cream of coconut into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker with solid ice and shake hard for 10–15 seconds until cold and fully integrated.
- 04
Pack the chilled rocks glass neatly with fresh crushed ice while keeping the top controlled.
- 05
Strain the cocktail evenly over the crushed ice without carrying across spent shaker ice.
- 06
Confirm the drink remains below the rim, add no garnish, and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Drunk in the August Sun taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (3/5) and sweetness (2/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Drunk in the August Sun questions
What is in a Drunk in the August Sun?
Kokto’s build uses falernum, manzanilla sherry, pineapple juice, overproof rum, and cream of coconut.
How long does a Drunk in the August Sun 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 Drunk in the August Sun prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Drunk in the August Sun 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 B037https://punchdrink.com/recipes/drunk-in-the-august-sun/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved





