Cocktails

Cherry Sling

Cherry Sling is an alcoholic cocktail built on Cherry-Flavored Brandy. It leans citrus and fruit. Served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 12.5% ABV and roughly 196 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic12.5% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

196 kcalCalories

12.5%ABV

19.2gSugar

27.7gCarbs

0.83Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 2 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozcherry-flavored brandyBase Spirit
2.0 ozJuice of a LemonJuice

How to Make It

Serve in old-fashioned glass filled with ice cubes and stir.Stirred
Add a twist of lemon peel.Add

How to Serve

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

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Fruit

Supporting notes

Oak Vanilla Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

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

Juice Of A Lemon2.0 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

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Cherry Sling?: The Cherry Sling is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 12.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 196 calories.
What does a Cherry Sling taste like?: Cherry Sling has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Fruit, Oak, Vanilla. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Cherry Sling?: The Cherry Sling has an ABV of approximately 12.5%. That's approximately 0.83 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 196 kcal, 19.2g sugar, 27.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to a Cherry Sling?: If you enjoy Cherry Sling, 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 Cherry Sling at home?: Yes. The Cherry Sling uses 2 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 Cherry Sling 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.