Cocktails

Bourbon A La Creme

Bourbon A La Creme is an alcoholic cocktail built on Bourbon Whiskey. It leans vanilla, sweet and anise. Stirred and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 36.9% ABV and roughly 435 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic36.9% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

435 kcalCalories

36.9%ABV

28.1gSugar

37gCarbs

3.08Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 3 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozBourbon whiskeyBase Spirit
1.0 ozDark creme de cacaoLiqueur Modifier
2.0 ozVanilla liqueurLiqueur Modifier

How to Make It

Stir ingredients with ice.Stirred
Strain into chilled old-fashioned glass.Strain

How to Serve

Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Vanilla Sweet Anise

Supporting notes

Caramel Chocolate Cocoa Herbal Oak

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

High ABV
Noticeably sweet
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

DessertSuggested from its chocolate and vanilla notes, pairing with desserts pairing.
Date NightSuggested from its chocolate and vanilla notes, pairing with chocolate and desserts.

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-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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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

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Bourbon Whiskey2.0 oz

Rye WhiskeyWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; adjust sweetener if the drink becomes too dry.
What changes: Rye whiskey can replace bourbon when a spicier, drier version is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Dark Creme De Cacao1.0 oz

White Creme De CacaoWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; expect a paler drink.
What changes: White crème de cacao can replace dark crème de cacao when a lighter result 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.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Bourbon A La Creme?: The Bourbon A La Creme is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 36.9%. A standard serving contains approximately 435 calories.
What does a Bourbon A La Creme taste like?: Bourbon A La Creme has a flavour profile featuring Vanilla, Sweet, Anise, Caramel. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Bourbon A La Creme?: Bourbon A La Creme pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Bourbon A La Creme?: The Bourbon A La Creme has an ABV of approximately 36.9%. That's approximately 3.08 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 435 kcal, 28.1g sugar, 37.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Bourbon A La Creme typically served?: Bourbon A La Creme is often suggested for Date Night, Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Bourbon A La Creme?: If you enjoy Bourbon A La Creme, 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 a Bourbon A La Creme at home?: Yes. The Bourbon A La Creme uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned 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 Bourbon A La Creme 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.