1 serving
Water Lily 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gin | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Orange curaçao | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Crème de Violette | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Lemon Juice | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: One short orange twist
Method
How to make Water Lily
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a coupe thoroughly and cut one short, thin strip of fresh orange zest.
- 02
Measure equal parts gin, orange curaçao, crème de violette, and fresh lemon juice into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid ice and seal it firmly.
- 04
Shake hard for 10–12 seconds until the floral citrus mixture is cold, integrated, and lightly aerated.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so the pale violet surface is smooth and free of ice fragments.
- 06
Express the short orange twist over the surface, place it compactly at the rim, and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Water Lily taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and strength (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Water Lily questions
What is in a Water Lily?
Kokto’s build uses gin, orange curaçao, crème de violette, and lemon juice.
How long does a Water Lily 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 Water Lily 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 Water Lily 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 B075https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/6166/waterlily · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved




