Cocktails
Avalanche
Served in a Highball Glass
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker
Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.
Ingredients
- 1 shotCrown RoyalUnknown
- 1 shotKahluaUnknown
- Fill withCreamUnknown
How to Make It
- Mix in Highball glass over ice, shake well.Shaken
How to Serve
- Glass
- Highball Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Shaken
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Estimated sensory profile
- High ABV
- Full-bodied
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Frequently asked questions
- What is an Avalanche?
- The Avalanche is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 29.0%.
- What does an Avalanche taste like?
- Avalanche has a flavour profile featuring Vanilla, Caramel, Coffee, Oak. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- What food goes well with an Avalanche?
- Avalanche pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
- How strong is an Avalanche?
- The Avalanche has an ABV of approximately 29.0%. That's approximately 1.45 US standard drinks. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
- What drinks are similar to an Avalanche?
- If you enjoy Avalanche, 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 Avalanche at home?
- Yes. The Avalanche 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 Avalanche 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.