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Ace

Ace is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans rich and botanical. Shaken and served in a Martini Glass. Expect about 22.8% ABV and roughly 356 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic22.8% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

356 kcalCalories
22.8%ABV
15.7gSugar
15.7gCarbs
2.19Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 5 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

  • 2 shotsGinBase Spirit
  • 1/2 shotGrenadineSweetener
  • 1/2 shotHeavy creamDairy Or Cream
  • 1/2 shotMilkDairy Or Cream
  • 1/2 FreshEgg WhiteEgg Or Foamer
Tools:Cocktail Shaker

Contains an egg ingredient. Prepare with a fresh, safe egg; those who should avoid raw egg may prefer to skip it.

How to Make It

  1. Shake all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker and ice then strain in a cold glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass
Martini Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

RichBotanical

Supporting notes

CitrusHerbalJuniperAromaticSweet

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • High ABV
  • Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • DessertSuggested from its cream and sweet notes, pairing with desserts pairing.

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

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan
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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

Gin2 shots

VodkaKnown variation
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect less juniper and botanical aroma.
What changes
Vodka can replace gin when you want a cleaner, less botanical drink, but it usually changes the cocktail identity.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Grenadine1/2 shot

Fresh GrenadineGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Fresh grenadine is usually a close substitute for grenadine.
Pomegranate SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Pomegranate syrup can replace grenadine when a more pomegranate-forward flavor is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Heavy Cream1/2 shot

Light CreamWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; the drink may be less full-bodied.
What changes
Light cream can replace heavy cream when a lighter texture is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Milk1/2 shot

Half-And-HalfWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount or slightly less if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes
Half-and-half can replace milk when a richer drink is acceptable.
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 an Ace?
The Ace is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Martini Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 22.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 356 calories.
What does an Ace taste like?
Ace has a flavour profile featuring Rich, Botanical, Citrus, Herbal. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with an Ace?
Ace pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is an Ace?
The Ace has an ABV of approximately 22.8%. That's approximately 2.19 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 356 kcal, 15.7g sugar, 15.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Ace typically served?
Ace is often suggested for Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Ace?
If you enjoy Ace, 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 Ace at home?
Yes. The Ace uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Martini 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 Ace 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.