1 serving
Quarter Century 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Red bitter aperitif | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Apricot liqueur | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Absinthe | 1 dash | — | — | — |
 Sparkling wine | 120 ml | 12 cl | 4.1 oz | 8 parts |
 Lemon | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one very short narrow lemon zest twist
Method
How to make Quarter Century
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill a broad clear coupe and cut exactly one very short narrow lemon zest twist.
- 02
Measure the red bitter aperitif, apricot liqueur, and absinthe into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass with solid cold ice and stir until thoroughly chilled.
- 04
Strain the chilled base into the coupe without adding ice.
- 05
Top slowly with cold brut sparkling wine; do not shake the carbonated ingredient.
- 06
Express the lemon oils, rest exactly one compact twist at the rim, and serve while lively bubbles remain.
Tasting profile
What does Quarter Century taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are bitterness (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
Quarter Century questions
What is in a Quarter Century?
Kokto’s build uses red bitter aperitif, apricot liqueur, absinthe, sparkling wine, and lemon.
How long does a Quarter Century 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 Quarter Century 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 Quarter Century 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 B112https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/32816/quarter-century · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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