1 serving
La Fontaine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Calvados | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 12 parts |
Quinquina | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 4.5 parts |
Apricot liqueur | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 1 part |
Absinthe | 1 dash | — | — | — |
Garnish: No garnish
Method
How to make La Fontaine
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear coupe and confirm that no garnish is prepared.
- 02
Measure the Calvados, blanc quinquina, apricot liqueur, and absinthe into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass with solid cold ice and place a bar spoon against the inside wall.
- 04
Stir steadily until the drink is very cold, integrated, and properly diluted.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe without adding ice to the serving glass.
- 06
Serve the pale-gold cocktail completely naked without citrus, fruit, or herbs.
Tasting profile
What does La Fontaine taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sweetness (2/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
La Fontaine questions
What is in a La Fontaine?
Kokto’s build uses calvados, quinquina, apricot liqueur, and absinthe.
How long does a La Fontaine 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 La Fontaine 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 La Fontaine 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 B116https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/20319/la-fontaine · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved




