1 serving
Mount Rushmore 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bourbon | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 6 parts |
AmaroSource suggests this bottle (not required): Amaro Montenegro | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 6 parts |
Fino SherrySource suggests this bottle (not required): Lustau Jarana Fino Sherry | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 6 parts |
Coffee LiqueurSource suggests this bottle (not required): Galliano Espresso Coffee Liqueur | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: No garnish
Method
How to make Mount Rushmore
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear heavy rocks glass and prepare exactly one large clear ice cube; confirm that no garnish is required.
- 02
Measure 30 ml each bourbon, amaro, and fino sherry with 5 ml coffee liqueur into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass with solid ice and place a bar spoon against the inside wall.
- 04
Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the dark amber drink is very cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Place the single large clear cube in the chilled rocks glass and strain the cocktail over it without ice fragments.
- 06
Serve immediately and completely ungarnished, with no citrus, cherry, herbs, or coffee beans.
Tasting profile
What does Mount Rushmore taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are bitterness (4/5) and strength (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Mount Rushmore questions
What is in a Mount Rushmore?
Kokto’s build uses bourbon, amaro, fino sherry, and coffee liqueur.
How long does a Mount Rushmore 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 Mount Rushmore prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Mount Rushmore 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 B164https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/5582/mount-rushmore · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved




