1 serving
Simon Says 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Genever | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 9 parts |
Gentian Liqueur | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 3 parts |
Vanilla herbal liqueur | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 1 part |
Genepy | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 1 part |
White Creme de Cacao | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: No garnish
Method
How to make Simon Says
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one small clear rocks glass thoroughly; this cocktail is served straight up with no ice or garnish.
- 02
Measure the genever, gentian liqueur, golden Italian herbal liqueur, génépy, and white cacao liqueur into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass with solid cold ice and position a bar spoon against the inside wall.
- 04
Stir steadily for 20–25 seconds until the five liqueur and spirit components are fully integrated and properly diluted.
- 05
Fine-strain into the empty chilled rocks glass so the pale drink remains clear and free of ice fragments.
- 06
Serve immediately without adding ice, citrus, chocolate, herbs, or any other garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Simon Says taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and bitterness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Simon Says questions
What is in a Simon Says?
Kokto’s build uses genever, gentian liqueur, vanilla herbal liqueur, genepy, and white creme de cacao.
How long does a Simon Says 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 Simon Says 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 Simon Says 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 B137https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/3825/simon-says · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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