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501 Blue

501 Blue is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans sweet, citrus and sparkling. Built and served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 11.2% ABV and roughly 273 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic11.2% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

273 kcalCalories
11.2%ABV
27.3gSugar
30.9gCarbs
1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 5 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Mix equal amounts into a glass with ice.

How to Serve

Glass
Collins Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

SweetCitrusSparkling

Supporting notes

BerryBlueberry

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Noticeably sweet

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar
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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

7-Up7-Up

Lemon-Lime SodaGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Lemon-lime soda is usually a close substitute for 7-Up.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

VodkaVodka

GinWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes
Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Blue CuracaoBlue Curacao

Triple SecWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; the drink will not keep the same color.
What changes
Triple sec can replace blue curaçao when the blue color is not needed.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is a 501 Blue?
The 501 Blue is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 11.2%. A standard serving contains approximately 273 calories.
What does a 501 Blue taste like?
501 Blue has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Citrus, Sparkling, Berry. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a 501 Blue?
The 501 Blue has an ABV of approximately 11.2%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 273 kcal, 27.3g sugar, 30.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a 501 Blue typically served?
501 Blue is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a 501 Blue?
If you enjoy 501 Blue, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a 501 Blue at home?
Yes. The 501 Blue uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of 501 Blue with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.