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Cocktailalcoholic15.7% ABV2 ingredientsexcellent recipe
Difficulty
Easylayered drink
Why: 2 ingredients, layered drink
Best for: Salty Food, Charcuterie, Aperitif
Ingredients
- 2.0 ozDubonnetModifier
- 2.0 ozDry VermouthModifier
How to Make It
- Float vermouth on top of chilled Dubonnet in a wine glass.ChillChilling improves texture and keeps dilution under control.
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Food Pairings
Diet & Lifestyle
Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian
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Try alcohol-freeBrowse mocktails and zero-ABV alternatives.Make it lighterTry a longer serve style, more ice, soda, tonic or a lower-ABV alternative.Lower the sugarCompare with drinks that use less estimated sugar per serve.Lower the caloriesCompare with drinks that sit lower on estimated calories per serve.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a Antoine Special?
- The Antoine Special is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Red-Wine Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 15.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 154 calories.
- What does a Antoine Special taste like?
- Antoine Special has a flavour profile featuring Herbal, Botanical, Citrus, Dry. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with a Antoine Special?
- Antoine Special pairs well with Salty Food, Charcuterie, Olives. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is a Antoine Special?
- The Antoine Special has an ABV of approximately 15.7%. That's approximately 1.04 US standard drinks. A standard serving contains 154 calories, 7.1g sugar, 10.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and spirits used.
- When is a Antoine Special typically served?
- Antoine Special is a popular choice for Aperitif, Happy Hour. It also works well as an aperitif or casual evening drink.
- What drinks are similar to a Antoine Special?
- If you enjoy Antoine Special, look for cocktails with a similar spirit base and flavour profile using the filters on the cocktails page. Drinks with matching body and acidity scores on the sensory bar will feel closest in character.
- Can I make a Antoine Special at home?
- Yes. The Antoine Special uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Red-Wine 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 Antoine Special 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.

