1 serving
First of Four 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 | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 6 parts |
Lemon Juice | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 3 parts |
Gentian aperitif | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 2 parts |
Crème de Violette | 7.5 ml | 0.8 cl | 0.3 oz | 1 part |
Honey Syrup | 7.5 ml | 0.8 cl | 0.3 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: Thin cucumber slice
Method
How to make First of Four
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a coupe and cut one small, thin cucumber slice that will sit securely at the rim.
- 02
Measure the gin, lemon juice, gentian aperitif, creme de violette, and honey syrup into a shaker.
- 03
Fill with ice and shake hard for 10–15 seconds until very cold.
- 04
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no ice chips or citrus pulp enter the drink.
- 05
Secure the single cucumber slice neatly at the rim without dipping it deeply into the liquid.
- 06
Check the glass is clean and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does First of Four 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
First of Four questions
What is in a First of Four?
Kokto’s build uses gin, lemon juice, gentian aperitif, crème de violette, and honey syrup.
How long does a First of Four 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 First of Four 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 First of Four 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 B029https://punchdrink.com/recipes/first-of-four/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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