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Stirred · 1 serving

Special Brew Martini

A pale rose-gold stirred aperitif combining vodka, sake, red quinquina, and a restrained absinthe accent.

Short answer

Special Brew Martini is a stirred cocktail made with vodka, quinquina, sake, absinthe, and lemon. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodStirred
GlassCoupe
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Special Brew Martini 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
Special Brew Martini ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Vodka37.5 ml3.8 cl1.3 oz1 part
Quinquina37.5 ml3.8 cl1.3 oz1 part
Sake37.5 ml3.8 cl1.3 oz1 part
Absinthe1 dash———
Lemon1 piece———

Garnish: Exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist at the rim

Method

How to make Special Brew Martini

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Pre-chill one clear coupe and cut exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist for the finished rim.

  2. 02

    Measure the vodka, red quinquina, sake, and one restrained dash of absinthe into a mixing glass.

  3. 03

    Fill the mixing glass about three-quarters full with solid cold ice.

  4. 04

    Stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the mixture is very cold and properly diluted.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no ice chips interrupt the clear surface.

  6. 06

    Express the single lemon twist over the drink, set it neatly at the rim, and serve without another garnish.

Tasting profile

What does Special Brew Martini taste like?

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

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

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness1 / 5
Bitterness2 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

Special Brew Martini questions

What is in a Special Brew Martini?

Kokto’s build uses vodka, quinquina, sake, absinthe, and lemon.

How long does a Special Brew Martini 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 Special Brew Martini 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 Special Brew Martini 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 B157https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/3449/special-brew-martini · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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