1 serving
Waldorf No. 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rye Whiskey | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 9 parts |
Sweet Vermouth | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 6 parts |
Absinthe | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 1 part |
Orange Bitters | 2 dash | — | — | — |
Orange | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one very narrow short orange zest twist
Method
How to make Waldorf No. 1
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill a clear coupe and cut exactly one very narrow short strip of orange zest.
- 02
Measure the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, absinthe, and orange bitters into a mixing glass.
- 03
Fill the mixing glass with solid cold ice.
- 04
Stir steadily until the powerful mixture is thoroughly chilled and properly diluted.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no ice fragments enter the drink.
- 06
Express the single narrow orange twist over the surface, secure it neatly at the rim, and serve.
Tasting profile
What does Waldorf No. 1 taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (5/5) and bitterness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Waldorf No. 1 questions
What is in a Waldorf No. 1?
Kokto’s build uses rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, absinthe, orange bitters, and orange.
How long does a Waldorf No. 1 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 Waldorf No. 1 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 Waldorf No. 1 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/2600/waldorf-no-1 · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved





