Guide

Cocktails Made With Brandy — Ranked by Recipe Quality

Brandy appears in 89 cocktails in WhatDrink data. Top picks: Quaker's Cocktail, City Slicker, English Highball.

Brandy adds a specific quality to cocktails — whether as a base spirit, a modifier, or an accent. The drinks here use it as a meaningful component, not just a trace addition, and are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database.

12Recipes reviewed

12Matching this guide

7.3gMedian sugar

200 kcalMedian calories

25.1%Median ABV

Ranked recipes

#	Drink	Why it ranks	Best for
1	Quaker's Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 136 kcal	Any occasion
2	City Slicker	Contains the specified ingredient · 190 kcal	Quick, easy serve
3	English Highball	Contains the specified ingredient · 140 kcal	Any occasion
4	Horse's Neck	Contains the specified ingredient · 327 kcal	Any occasion
5	Port Wine Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 124 kcal	Quick, easy serve
6	Porto flip	Contains the specified ingredient · 210 kcal	Quick, easy serve
7	Scooter	Contains the specified ingredient · 225 kcal	Quick, easy serve
8	Sol Y Sombra	Contains the specified ingredient · 253 kcal	Quick, easy serve
9	Stinger	Contains the specified ingredient · 155 kcal	Quick, easy serve
10	Victor	Contains the specified ingredient · 161 kcal	Quick, easy serve
11	Adam and Eve	Contains the specified ingredient · 234 kcal	Any occasion
12	Alexander Cocktail No. 2	Contains the specified ingredient · 225 kcal	Quick, easy serve

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Victor

1.5g estimated sugar

~161 kcal · 1.5g sugar

Lowest calories

Port Wine Cocktail

~124 kcal estimated

~124 kcal · 7.4g sugar

Simplest recipe

Stinger

2 ingredients

~155 kcal · 5.2g sugar

Methodology

Is this guide right for you?

Good fit if:

You want drinks where this ingredient plays a meaningful role
You want a ranked shortlist rather than a generic search result
You want recipe quality context alongside the ingredient

Poor fit if:

You want drinks where this ingredient only appears as a garnish or trace
You need a complete recipe with exact measurements
You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates

Frequently asked questions

What is Brandy?: Brandy is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.
What does Brandy taste like?: The flavor of Brandy depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.
What cocktails use Brandy?: This page lists 12 cocktails that include Brandy as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.
How much Brandy do cocktails typically use?: Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.
Can I substitute Brandy with something else?: It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.
How many cocktails with Brandy are on this page?: There are 12 cocktails featuring Brandy in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
Can I make these cocktails at home?: Most cocktails using Brandy require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.

Data confidence

This guide uses WhatDrink recipe data and normalized tags. Nutrition, ABV, standard drinks, ingredients, brands, bartender pours, garnish, and serving size can vary.