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Shaken · 1 serving

Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore)

A dark after-dinner blend of cognac, fernet, and white cacao liqueur.

Short answer

Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) is a shaken cocktail made with cognac, fernet, crème de cacao, and mint. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassNickAndNora
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) 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
Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Cognac30 ml3 cl1 oz1.5 parts
Fernet20 ml2 cl0.7 oz1 part
Crème de cacao20 ml2 cl0.7 oz1 part
Mint1 leaf———

Garnish: Exactly one small fresh mint leaf floating flat on the surface

Method

How to make Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore)

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Pre-chill one clear Nick and Nora glass and select exactly one small unblemished mint leaf.

  2. 02

    Measure the cognac, fernet, and white cacao liqueur into a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid cold ice and seal it securely.

  4. 04

    Shake briskly for 10–12 seconds until the mahogany mixture is very cold and lightly aerated.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the chilled glass so the dark drink remains free of ice fragments.

  6. 06

    Float the single compact mint leaf flat at the center and serve without another garnish.

Tasting profile

What does Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) taste like?

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

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

Sweetness4 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness5 / 5
Strength5 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) questions

What is in a Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore)?

Kokto’s build uses cognac, fernet, crème de cacao, and mint.

How long does a Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) 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 Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) prepared?

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

Is a Savoy Corpse Reviver (by Joe Gilmore) 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 B152https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/15758/savoy-corpse-reviver-by-joe-gilmore · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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