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Stirred · 1 serving

The StiG

A fragrant stirred aperitif of Calvados, pisco, elderflower liqueur, and Sauvignon Blanc.

Short answer

The StiG is a stirred cocktail made with calvados, pisco, elderflower liqueur, white wine, and lime. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodStirred
GlassRocks
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

The StiG 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
The StiG ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Calvados22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
Pisco22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
Elderflower Liqueur30 ml3 cl1 oz1.3 parts
White wine30 ml3 cl1 oz1.3 parts
Lime1 piece———

Garnish: Exactly one very narrow short lime zest twist

Method

How to make The StiG

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Pre-chill a heavy rocks glass, prepare one large clear serving cube, and cut exactly one very narrow short strip of lime zest.

  2. 02

    Measure the Calvados, pisco, elderflower liqueur, and chilled Sauvignon Blanc into a mixing glass.

  3. 03

    Fill the mixing glass with solid cold ice.

  4. 04

    Stir steadily until the fragrant wine-and-spirit mixture is thoroughly chilled and diluted.

  5. 05

    Place the large fresh cube in the chilled rocks glass and strain the cocktail over it.

  6. 06

    Express the single narrow lime twist over the drink, secure it neatly at the rim, and serve.

Tasting profile

What does The StiG taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (4/5) and sweetness (3/5).

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

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness1 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength4 / 5
Freshness3 / 5

Quick answers

The StiG questions

What is in a The StiG?

Kokto’s build uses calvados, pisco, elderflower liqueur, white wine, and lime.

How long does a The StiG 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 The StiG 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 The StiG 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 B128https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/2586/the-stig · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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