1 serving
Paper Plane ingredients
Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bourbon | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Aperitif and amaro | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Orange Aperitif | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Lemon Juice | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: Lemon twist
Method
How to make Paper Plane
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a chilled coupe and prepare lemon twist.
- 02
Measure 22.5 ml bourbon, 22.5 ml amaro, 22.5 ml orange aperitif, 22.5 ml fresh lemon juice into a clean shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker two-thirds full with large, fresh ice cubes and seal it firmly.
- 04
Shake hard for 10–15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is frosted.
- 05
Double-strain into the chilled a chilled coupe.
- 06
Add lemon twist neatly and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Paper Plane taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (3/5) and bitterness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Paper Plane questions
What is in a Paper Plane?
Kokto’s build uses bourbon, aperitif and amaro, orange aperitif, and lemon juice.
How long does a Paper Plane 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 Paper Plane 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 Paper Plane 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.
- International Bartenders Association — Paper PlaneIBA official style reference
- Cocktail App English editorial cocktail batch 60seed.recipe.paper-plane · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved







