Cocktails

Cameron's Kick Cocktail

Cameron's Kick Cocktail is an alcoholic cocktail built on Blended Scotch Whiskey. It leans citrus and oak. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 19% ABV and roughly 128 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic19% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

128 kcalCalories

19%ABV

1.5gSugar

4.1gCarbs

1.13Std 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

0.75 ozBlended Scotch WhiskeyBase Spirit
0.75 ozIrish WhiskeyBase Spirit
2.0 ozFresh lemon juiceJuice
2 dashesOrange BittersBitters

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Oak

Supporting notes

Bitter HoneySmokeSpice

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Dry finish

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

BBQ / CookoutSuggested from its smoke and oak notes, pairing with bbq and grilled meat.
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

BBQ Steak Grilled Meat

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

Fresh Lemon Juice2.0 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.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange Bitters2 dashes

Angostura BittersNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste; the result will be less citrus-led.
What changes: Angostura can replace orange bitters only when a warmer, more spice-led result is acceptable.

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 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 Cameron's Kick Cocktail?: The Cameron's Kick Cocktail is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 19.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 128 calories.
What does a Cameron's Kick Cocktail taste like?: Cameron's Kick Cocktail has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Oak, Bitter. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Cameron's Kick Cocktail?: Cameron's Kick Cocktail pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Cameron's Kick Cocktail?: The Cameron's Kick Cocktail has an ABV of approximately 19.0%. That's approximately 1.13 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 128 kcal, 1.5g sugar, 4.1g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Cameron's Kick Cocktail typically served?: Cameron's Kick Cocktail is often suggested for BBQ / Cookout, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Cameron's Kick Cocktail?: If you enjoy Cameron's Kick Cocktail, 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 Cameron's Kick Cocktail at home?: Yes. The Cameron's Kick Cocktail 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.
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 Cameron's Kick Cocktail 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.