1 serving
Quickbeam 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 | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Quinquina | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Gin | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Calvados | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Grapefruit bitters | 1 dash | — | — | — |
Grapefruit | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: One small grapefruit half-wheel
Method
How to make Quickbeam
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a double old-fashioned glass, prepare one large clear ice cube, and cut one small grapefruit half-wheel.
- 02
Measure the bitter aperitif, quinquina, gin, calvados, and grapefruit bitters 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 to 25 seconds until chilled and properly diluted.
- 05
Strain into the prepared rocks glass over the single large cube.
- 06
Place exactly one restrained grapefruit half-wheel at the rim and serve.
Tasting profile
What does Quickbeam taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are bitterness (5/5) and strength (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Quickbeam questions
What is in a Quickbeam?
Kokto’s build uses red bitter aperitif, quinquina, gin, calvados, grapefruit bitters, and grapefruit.
How long does a Quickbeam 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 Quickbeam 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 Quickbeam 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 B084https://www.deathandcompanymarket.com/blogs/recipes/quickbeam-cocktail-recipe · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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