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Addison

Addison is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans herbal, botanical and aromatic. Shaken and served in a Martini Glass. Expect about 30.1% ABV and roughly 253 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic30.1% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

253 kcalCalories
30.1%ABV
5.3gSugar
8gCarbs
2.26Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 2 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 shotGinBase Spirit
  • 1 1/2 shotVermouthFortified Wine

How to Make It

  1. Shake together all the ingredients and strain into a cold glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass
Martini Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

HerbalBotanicalAromatic

Supporting notes

BitterAperitifCitrusJuniperWine

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

  • AperitifSuggested from its bitter and botanical notes.
  • Happy HourSuggested from its bitter notes, pairing with charcuterie and olives.

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

CharcuterieOlivesSalty Snacks

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-FreeVeganVegetarian

May be limited

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Gin1 1/2 shot

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.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an Addison?
The Addison is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Martini Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 30.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 253 calories.
What does an Addison taste like?
Addison has a flavour profile featuring Herbal, Botanical, Aromatic, Bitter. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with an Addison?
Addison pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is an Addison?
The Addison has an ABV of approximately 30.1%. That's approximately 2.26 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 253 kcal, 5.3g sugar, 8.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Addison typically served?
Addison is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Addison?
If you enjoy Addison, 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 Addison at home?
Yes. The Addison uses 2 ingredients, making it easy 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 Addison 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.