1 serving
Scorched Earth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cognac | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 3 parts |
Sweet Vermouth | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Artichoke Amaro | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Lemon | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist at the rim
Method
How to make Scorched Earth
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear Nick & Nora glass and cut exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist.
- 02
Measure 45 ml cognac, 15 ml sweet vermouth, and 15 ml artichoke amaro into a clean mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass generously with solid cold ice and place a bar spoon against the inside wall.
- 04
Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the deep amber mixture is very cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Strain into the chilled Nick & Nora glass so the surface remains clear and free of ice fragments.
- 06
Express the lemon oils over the drink, affix the single compact twist at the rim, and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Scorched Earth taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are bitterness (4/5) and strength (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Scorched Earth questions
What is in a Scorched Earth?
Kokto’s build uses cognac, sweet vermouth, artichoke amaro, and lemon.
How long does a Scorched Earth 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 Scorched Earth prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a nickandnora. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Scorched Earth 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 B200https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/2746/scorched-earth · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved




