1 serving
First Post 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 | 3 parts |
Gentian aperitif | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Lime Juice | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Rich Simple Syrup | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1.5 parts |
Absinthe | 2 dash | — | — | — |
Soda Water | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1.5 parts |
Lime | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one small thin lime wedge
Method
How to make First Post
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill a clear Collins glass and cut exactly one small thin lime wedge.
- 02
Measure the gin, gentian aperitif, fresh lime juice, rich sugar syrup, and absinthe into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker with solid cold ice, seal, and shake hard until thoroughly chilled.
- 04
Fill the chilled Collins glass with fresh clear ice and strain the shaken mixture over it.
- 05
Top with the measured chilled soda water and give one gentle lift with a bar spoon without flattening the bubbles.
- 06
Place exactly the single small lime wedge on the rim and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does First Post taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (5/5) and freshness (5/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
First Post questions
What is in a First Post?
Kokto’s build uses gin, gentian aperitif, lime juice, rich simple syrup, absinthe, soda water, and lime.
How long does a First Post take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 6 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a First Post prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a collins. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a First Post 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 B121https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/4667/first-post · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved







