Cocktails

Bullfrog

Bullfrog is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans citrus and sparkling. Built and served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 12.1% ABV and roughly 195 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic12.1% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

195 kcalCalories

12.1%ABV

14.8gSugar

14.8gCarbs

1.42Std 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 ozVodkaBase Spirit
5.0 ozLemonadeMixer
1 garnishLime wheelGarnish

How to Make It

Pour into ice-filled Collins glass and stir.Stirred
Garnish with lime.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Sparkling

Supporting notes

Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Seafood DinnerSuggested from its citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.
SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling 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

Seafood Ceviche Salads

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 Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

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

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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.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lime Wheel1 garnish

Lime WedgeGood swap

How much to use: Use one wedge for one wheel.
What changes: A lime wedge can replace a lime wheel, especially if the drink benefits from a squeeze of lime.

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.

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Last updated July 12, 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 Bullfrog?: The Bullfrog is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 12.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 195 calories.
What does a Bullfrog taste like?: Bullfrog has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sparkling, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Bullfrog?: Bullfrog pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Bullfrog?: The Bullfrog has an ABV of approximately 12.1%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 195 kcal, 14.8g sugar, 14.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Bullfrog typically served?: Bullfrog is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Bullfrog?: If you enjoy Bullfrog, 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 Bullfrog at home?: Yes. The Bullfrog uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Collins 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 Bullfrog 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.