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Stirred · 1 serving

Saramago

Phil Ward's tequila Martini variation with a mezcal rinse, blanc vermouth, elderflower liqueur, and orange bitters.

Short answer

Saramago is a stirred cocktail made with mezcal, tequila blanco, blanc vermouth, elderflower 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
GlassCoupe
LevelMedium
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Saramago 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
Saramago ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Mezcal2.5 ml0.3 cl0.1 oz1 part
Tequila Blanco60 ml6 cl2 oz24 parts
Blanc Vermouth22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz9 parts
Elderflower Liqueur15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz6 parts
Orange Bitters1 dash———

Garnish: Expressed grapefruit twist, discarded

Method

How to make Saramago

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a coupe thoroughly, rinse its interior with the mezcal, and discard the excess.

  2. 02

    Cut one thin grapefruit twist for expressing only, then keep it cool while the drink is mixed.

  3. 03

    Measure the blanco tequila, blanc vermouth, elderflower liqueur, and orange bitters into a mixing glass.

  4. 04

    Fill the mixing glass with fresh solid ice and stir smoothly until very cold and properly diluted.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the mezcal-rinsed coupe, keeping the pale surface clear.

  6. 06

    Express the grapefruit oils over the drink, discard the twist, and serve with no retained garnish.

Tasting profile

What does Saramago taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and sweetness (3/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness2 / 5
Strength5 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Saramago questions

What is in a Saramago?

Kokto’s build uses mezcal, tequila blanco, blanc vermouth, elderflower liqueur, and orange bitters.

How long does a Saramago 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 Saramago 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 Saramago 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 B081https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/42028/saramago · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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