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Bull And Bear

Bull And Bear is a cocktail made with Bourbon Whiskey, Orange Curacao, Fresh Lemon Juice, and Grenadine. The listed recipe is shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass.

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Cocktailalcoholic25% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

279 kcalCalories
25%ABV
20.2gSugar
23.7gCarbs
1.88Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 4 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 2.0 ozBourbon whiskeyBase Spirit
  • 0.75 ozOrange curacaoLiqueur Modifier
  • 1.0 ozFresh lemon juiceJuice
  • 0.75 ozGrenadineSweetener

How to Make It

  1. Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken
  2. Garnish with cherry and orange.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Serving tips

Serving tips

Serve Bull And Bear cold and taste the citrus balance before adding extra sugar. Fresh citrus usually makes the biggest difference. It is commonly matched with seafood, ceviche, salads style pairings.

Taste

What does Bull And Bear taste like?

Bull And Bear is bright and tart, with citrus carrying much of the first impression. Sweetness and dilution need to balance the sharpness.

Primary flavours

CitrusSweet

Supporting notes

CaramelOakSpiceVanilla

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
  • Noticeably sweet

What do these dimensions mean?

Practical notes

When to choose it

How to decide if Bull And Bear is right for you

Bull And Bear is best when you want brightness and a clean tart edge. Choose it if citrus balance matters more than richness, creaminess or heavy sweetness. The listed serve is about 25.0% ABV, so strength is part of the decision.

Skip if

Skip Bull And Bear if...

Skip Bull And Bear if tart citrus is not what you want. Sour-style drinks rely on acidity, so they can feel sharp when you are looking for richness or sweetness.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar
Find vegan-compatible cocktails

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

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

Orange Curacao0.75 oz

Triple SecWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Triple sec can replace orange curaçao when a cleaner orange liqueur profile is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lemon Juice1.0 oz

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes
Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Grenadine0.75 oz

Fresh GrenadineGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Fresh grenadine is usually a close substitute for grenadine.
Pomegranate SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Pomegranate syrup can replace grenadine when a more pomegranate-forward flavor 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.

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

Can I make a Bull And Bear at home?
Yes. The Bull And Bear uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.