1 serving
East India No.2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cognac | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 24 parts |
Dry curaçaoSource suggests this bottle (not required): Ferrand Dry Curaçao | 7.5 ml | 0.8 cl | 0.3 oz | 3 parts |
Pineapple syrupSource suggests this bottle (not required): MONIN Pineapple Syrup | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 2 parts |
Maraschino LiqueurSource suggests this bottle (not required): Luxardo Maraschino Originale | 2.5 ml | 0.3 cl | 0.1 oz | 1 part |
Chilled Water | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 2 parts |
Aromatic bittersSource suggests this bottle (not required): Difford's Boker's Bitters by Bob's Bitters | 2 dash | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one small fresh pineapple wedge
Method
How to make East India No.2
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one Nick & Nora glass and cut exactly one small fresh pineapple wedge.
- 02
Measure Cognac, dry curaçao, pineapple syrup, maraschino liqueur, chilled water, and two dashes of aromatic bitters into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker with hard ice and shake until thoroughly cold.
- 04
Fine-strain into the chilled glass without ice.
- 05
Check that the drink is clear and free of ice chips.
- 06
Set the single pineapple wedge at the rim and serve.
Tasting profile
What does East India No.2 taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sweetness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
East India No.2 questions
What is in a East India No.2?
Kokto’s build uses cognac, dry curaçao, pineapple syrup, maraschino liqueur, chilled water, and aromatic bitters.
How long does a East India No.2 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 East India No.2 prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a nickandnora. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a East India No.2 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 B229https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/687/east-india-no2 · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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