Cocktails

Bull Shot

Bull Shot is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans savory, spice and spicy. Shaken and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 10.6% ABV and roughly 248 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic10.6% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

248 kcalCalories

10.6%ABV

7.4gSugar

27.5gCarbs

1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 5 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozVodkaBase Spirit
3.0 ozCold beef bouillonOther
1.0 ozWorcestershire SauceModifier
1.0 ozSaltGarnish
1.0 ozFreshly ground black pepperOther

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into chilled old-fashioned glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature: Warm
Method: Shaken

Served Warm

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Savory Spice Spicy

Supporting notes

Salty

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Winter / CozySuggested from its spice notes.

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

Brunch TacosSalty 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

May be limited

Gluten-FreeKetoLow-Sugar

Not compatible

VeganVegetarian

Not enough information

Low-Carb

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Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodka2.0 oz

GinWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes: Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.

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 Bull Shot?: The Bull Shot is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 10.6%. A standard serving contains approximately 248 calories.
What does a Bull Shot taste like?: Bull Shot has a flavour profile featuring Savory, Spice, Spicy, Salty. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Bull Shot?: Bull Shot pairs well with Brunch, Tacos, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Bull Shot?: The Bull Shot has an ABV of approximately 10.6%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 248 kcal, 7.4g sugar, 27.5g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Bull Shot typically served?: Bull Shot is often suggested for Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Bull Shot?: If you enjoy Bull Shot, 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 Bull Shot at home?: Yes. The Bull Shot uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward 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 Bull Shot 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.