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A Furlong Too Late

Served in a Highball Glass

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Cocktailalcoholic14.6% ABV3 ingredients

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 3 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Pour the rum and ginger beer into a Highball glass almost filled with ice cubes.Pour
  2. Stir well.Stirred
  3. Garnish with the lemon twist.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass
Highball Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Cubed ice
Method
Stirred
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

GingerVanillaSpicy

Supporting notes

SweetCitrusTart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

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

What do these dimensions mean?

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

VeganVegetarian

May be limited

Low-Sugar

Not compatible

Gluten-FreeKeto

Not enough information

Low-Carb
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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

Light Rum2 oz

Aged RumKnown variation
How much to use
Use the same amount; reduce rich sweeteners only if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes
Aged rum can replace light rum when a fuller, oakier variation is acceptable.
Dark RumWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; reduce rich sweeteners if the result becomes too heavy.
What changes
Dark rum can replace light rum when a deeper, heavier rum profile is welcome.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Ginger Beer4 oz

Ginger AleWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; add lime if the drink loses bite.
What changes
Ginger ale can replace ginger beer when a softer ginger profile is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Lemon Peel1 twist of

Lemon TwistGood swap
How much to use
Use a similar-sized twist.
What changes
A lemon twist is usually a close substitute for lemon peel.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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 an A Furlong Too Late?
The A Furlong Too Late is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 14.6%.
What does an A Furlong Too Late taste like?
A Furlong Too Late has a flavour profile featuring Ginger, Vanilla, Spicy, Sweet. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is an A Furlong Too Late?
The A Furlong Too Late has an ABV of approximately 14.6%. That's approximately 1.46 US standard drinks. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to an A Furlong Too Late?
If you enjoy A Furlong Too Late, 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 an A Furlong Too Late at home?
Yes. The A Furlong Too Late uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Highball 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 A Furlong Too Late 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.