1 serving
Sentimental Gentleman 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blended Scotch whisky | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 4 parts |
BénédictineSource suggests this bottle (not required): Benedictine D.O.M. | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Walnut liqueur | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Orange | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one very short narrow orange zest twist at the rim
Method
How to make Sentimental Gentleman
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one heavy rocks glass, ready one large clear ice cube, and cut exactly one very short narrow orange zest twist.
- 02
Measure the blended Scotch whisky, Bénédictine, and walnut liqueur into a clean mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass about three-quarters full with solid cold ice.
- 04
Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the amber mixture is very cold and properly diluted.
- 05
Place the large fresh cube in the chilled rocks glass and strain the cocktail over it.
- 06
Express the single compact orange twist, retain it neatly at the rim, and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Sentimental Gentleman 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.
Quick answers
Sentimental Gentleman questions
What is in a Sentimental Gentleman?
Kokto’s build uses blended scotch whisky, bénédictine, walnut liqueur, and orange.
How long does a Sentimental Gentleman 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 Sentimental Gentleman 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 Sentimental Gentleman 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 B161https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/40845/sentimental-gentleman · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved




