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Cocktails Like a Hurricane
If you like hurricane, what you probably like is a specific combination of flavor, structure, and strength. These alternatives share enough of that profile to work as substitutes — while being distinct enough to be interesting in their own right.
25Recipes reviewed
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20.4gMedian sugar
288 kcalMedian calories
15.1%Median ABV
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|---|---|---|---|
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| 5 | Mai-Tai (Trader Vic Version) | Shares 11 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 6 | Mandeville | Shares 10 flavors: light, sweet, citrus | — |
| 7 | Jamaican Ginger | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 8 | Gaugin | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, tart | — |
| 9 | Hai Karate | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 10 | Space Odyssey | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, tart | — |
| 11 | East India Cocktail No. 1 | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 12 | Ko Adang | Shares 10 flavors: light, sweet, citrus | — |
| 13 | Prohibition Punch | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 14 | Rum Swizzle | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 15 | Planter's Punch | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 16 | 155 Belmont | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 17 | The Galah | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 18 | California Lemonade | Shares 10 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 19 | Rum Relaxer | Shares 9 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 20 | Cuban Special Cocktail | Shares 9 flavors: sweet, citrus, tart | — |
| 21 | Spice 75 | Shares 9 flavors: light, sweet, citrus | — |
| 22 | Robson Cocktail | Shares 9 flavors: sweet, citrus, caramel | — |
| 23 | Gauguin | Shares 9 flavors: sweet, citrus, tart | — |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a hurricane?
- Hurricane is a cocktail with a specific flavor profile and ingredient structure. If you already like hurricane, the drinks on this page share key characteristics — spirit base, flavor direction, or occasion fit.
- What does a hurricane taste like?
- Hurricane is defined by its signature flavor profile. The alternatives on this page were selected because they share similar flavor tags and drink characteristics from WhatDrink data.
- Why might someone want an alternative to hurricane?
- Common reasons include ingredient availability, preference for a different ABV level, wanting a different flavor intensity, or simply exploring new drinks in the same style.
- How similar are these drinks to hurricane?
- Similarity is scored on shared flavor tags, glass type, and occasion fit in WhatDrink data. Drinks at the top of the list share the most overlap with hurricane. Individual taste will affect how similar they feel in practice.
- How many alternatives to hurricane are on this page?
- This page shows 25 alternatives ranked by similarity score. All pass the same quality filters as individual cocktail pages.
- When should I drink something like hurricane?
- If you enjoy hurricane, the alternatives here suit similar occasions and moods. Look at the occasion tags on each drink card to find the best fit for your context.
- Can I make these at home?
- Most cocktails similar to hurricane use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any individual recipe page for a full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation guide.