Cocktails

Creme de Gin Cocktail

Creme de Gin Cocktail is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans citrus, herbal and sweet. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 14.7% ABV and roughly 386 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic14.7% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

386 kcalCalories

14.7%ABV

27.4gSugar

37.1gCarbs

2.21Std 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 ozGinBase Spirit
2.0 ozWhite creme de mentheLiqueur Modifier
1.0 ozEgg WhiteEgg Or Foamer
2.0 ozLemon JuiceJuice
2.0 ozOrange JuiceJuice

Contains an egg ingredient. Prepare with a fresh, safe egg; those who should avoid raw egg may prefer to skip it.

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

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

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Herbal Sweet

Supporting notes

Tart Botanical Juniper

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bright and citrusy
Full-bodied
Fruity and vibrant

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

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

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 Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

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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

Gin2.0 oz

VodkaKnown variation

How much to use: Use the same volume; expect less juniper and botanical aroma.
What changes: Vodka can replace gin when you want a cleaner, less botanical drink, but it usually changes the cocktail identity.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

White Creme De Menthe2.0 oz

Green Creme De MentheWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; expect a color change.
What changes: Green crème de menthe can replace white crème de menthe if the green color is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

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.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange Juice2.0 oz

Pineapple JuiceWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount first; reduce sweetener if the drink becomes too rich.
What changes: Pineapple juice can replace orange juice when a more tropical result is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Grapefruit JuiceNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use less at first and consider adding a little sweetener.
What changes: Grapefruit juice is not a neutral substitute for orange juice; it makes the drink sharper and more bitter.

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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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 Creme de Gin Cocktail?: The Creme de Gin Cocktail is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 14.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 386 calories.
What does a Creme de Gin Cocktail taste like?: Creme de Gin Cocktail has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Herbal, Sweet, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Creme de Gin Cocktail?: Creme de Gin Cocktail pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Creme de Gin Cocktail?: The Creme de Gin Cocktail has an ABV of approximately 14.7%. That's approximately 2.21 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 386 kcal, 27.4g sugar, 37.1g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Creme de Gin Cocktail typically served?: Creme de Gin Cocktail is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Creme de Gin Cocktail?: If you enjoy Creme de Gin 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 Creme de Gin Cocktail at home?: Yes. The Creme de Gin Cocktail uses 5 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 Creme de Gin 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.