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Stirred · 1 serving

Revolver

Jon Santer's bourbon cocktail pairing coffee liqueur and orange bitters in a dark, spirit-forward Manhattan-like build.

Short answer

Revolver is a stirred cocktail made with bourbon, coffee liqueur, and orange bitters. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 6 minutes.
Time6 min
MethodStirred
GlassCocktail
LevelAdvanced
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Revolver ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
Revolver ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Bourbon60 ml6 cl2 oz4 parts
Coffee Liqueur15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1 part
Orange Bitters2 dash———

Garnish: Exactly one small orange peel coin

Method

How to make Revolver

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a classic cocktail glass and cut one small coin of fresh orange peel with no attached fruit.

  2. 02

    Measure the bourbon, coffee liqueur, and two dashes of orange bitters into a clean mixing glass.

  3. 03

    Fill the mixing glass with solid ice and place a bar spoon against the inside wall.

  4. 04

    Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the drink is very cold and properly diluted.

  5. 05

    Strain into the chilled glass and ensure the surrounding work surface is dry and clear of open bottles.

  6. 06

    Following the source technique, carefully flame the orange oil over the surface, extinguish the match immediately, retain the peel, and serve.

Tasting profile

What does Revolver 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.

Sweetness2 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness2 / 5
Strength5 / 5
Freshness1 / 5

Quick answers

Revolver questions

What is in a Revolver?

Kokto’s build uses bourbon, coffee liqueur, and orange bitters.

How long does a Revolver 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 Revolver prepared?

It uses a stirred method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Revolver 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 B073https://www.liquor.com/recipes/the-revolver/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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