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Antoine Special

Antoine Special is an alcoholic cocktail built on Dubonnet. It leans herbal, botanical and citrus. Served in a Red-Wine Glass. Expect about 15.7% ABV and roughly 154 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic15.7% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

154 kcalCalories
15.7%ABV
7.1gSugar
10.7gCarbs
1.04Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easylayered drink

Why: 2 ingredients, layered drink

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Float vermouth on top of chilled Dubonnet in a wine glass.Top

How to Serve

Glass
Red-Wine Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

HerbalBotanicalCitrus

Supporting notes

DrySpiceSweetWine

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?

When to serve

  • AperitifSuggested from its dry and botanical notes.
  • Happy HourSuggested from its dry 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

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

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Dry Vermouth2.0 oz

Dry SherryWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount, then taste; the result will be less herbal and more savoury.
What changes
Dry sherry can replace dry vermouth when a drier, more saline and less herbal variation is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Lillet BlancKnown variation
How much to use
Start with the recipe amount and taste; reduce it if the drink becomes too soft or sweet.
What changes
Lillet Blanc can stand in for dry vermouth in a Martini-style drink, but it produces a softer and slightly sweeter variation.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Sweet VermouthNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Use only if a sweeter vermouth profile is acceptable.
What changes
Sweet vermouth is not a neutral substitute for dry vermouth; it makes the drink sweeter and rounder.
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.

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 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 an 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 an Antoine Special?
Antoine Special pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is an Antoine Special?
The Antoine Special has an ABV of approximately 15.7%. That's approximately 1.04 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 154 kcal, 7.1g sugar, 10.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Antoine Special typically served?
Antoine Special is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Antoine Special?
If you enjoy Antoine Special, 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 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.