1 serving
Sputnek 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vodka | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 4.5 parts |
Fernet | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1.5 parts |
Lemon Juice | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1.5 parts |
Rich Simple Syrup | 10 ml | 1 cl | 0.3 oz | 1 part |
Saline Solution | 1 dash | — | — | — |
Lemon | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist at the rim
Method
How to make Sputnek
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear coupe and cut exactly one short narrow lemon zest twist.
- 02
Measure 45 ml vodka, 15 ml fernet, 15 ml fresh lemon juice, 10 ml rich simple syrup, and one restrained dash saline solution into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid cold ice and seal it firmly.
- 04
Shake hard for 10–12 seconds until the bittersweet sour is thoroughly chilled and diluted.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so the surface remains clean 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 Sputnek taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and bitterness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Sputnek questions
What is in a Sputnek?
Kokto’s build uses vodka, fernet, lemon juice, rich simple syrup, saline solution, and lemon.
How long does a Sputnek 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 Sputnek prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Sputnek 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/33497/sputnek · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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