1 serving
X.Y.Z. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White Rum | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 18 parts |
Triple Sec | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 9 parts |
Lemon Juice | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 9 parts |
Rich Simple Syrup | 2.5 ml | 0.3 cl | 0.1 oz | 1 part |
Saline Solution | 1 dash | — | — | — |
Orange Bitters | 1 dash | — | — | — |
Orange | 1 piece | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one short narrow orange zest twist at the rim
Method
How to make X.Y.Z.
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear coupe and cut exactly one short narrow strip of orange zest for garnish.
- 02
Measure 45 ml white rum, 22.5 ml triple sec, 22.5 ml fresh lemon juice, 2.5 ml rich simple syrup, one dash saline, and one dash orange bitters 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 drink is thoroughly chilled and diluted.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so no ice chips or citrus pulp enter the drink.
- 06
Express the single orange twist over the surface, place it neatly at the rim, and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does X.Y.Z. 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
X.Y.Z. questions
What is in a X.Y.Z.?
Kokto’s build uses white rum, triple sec, lemon juice, rich simple syrup, saline solution, orange bitters, and orange.
How long does a X.Y.Z. 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 X.Y.Z. 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 X.Y.Z. 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 B192https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/11753/xyz · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved







