Cocktails

Devil's Soul

Devil's Soul is an alcoholic cocktail built on Straight Rye Whiskey. It leans bitter and sweet. Stirred and served in a Cocktail Glass.

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Cocktailalcoholic6 ingredients

Nutrition information is not yet available for this drink.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 6 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozStraight rye whiskeyBase Spirit
2.0 ozMezcalBase Spirit
2.0 ozAmaroOther
0.75 ozAperolLiqueur Modifier
0.75 ozElderflower liqueurLiqueur Modifier
1 garnishOrange twistGarnish

How to Make It

Stir with ice and strain into cocktail glass.Stirred
Flame orange twist and add to glass.Add

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

AgaveAperitifEarthyElderflowerFloral

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

SweetnessDry – Sweet

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Happy HourSuggested from its bitter notes, pairing with charcuterie and olives.
AperitifSuggested from its bitter 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

Charcuterie OlivesSalty 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

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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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

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Straight Rye Whiskey2.0 oz

Rye WhiskeyGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener.
What changes: Rye whiskey is usually a close replacement for straight rye whiskey in cocktails, subject to bottle strength and flavour.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Mezcal2.0 oz

TequilaWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; expect less smoke and earthiness.
What changes: Tequila can replace mezcal when you want a cleaner, less smoky agave drink.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Aperol0.75 oz

CampariNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use slightly less at first if the original drink is light or spritz-style.
What changes: Campari can replace Aperol only when you want a stronger, more bitter drink.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange Twist1 garnish

Orange PeelGood swap

How much to use: Use a similar-sized piece of peel.
What changes: Orange peel is usually a close substitute for an orange twist.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon TwistWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same size twist.
What changes: Lemon twist can replace orange twist when a sharper lemon aroma is acceptable.

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 Devil's Soul?: The Devil's Soul is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
What does a Devil's Soul taste like?: Devil's Soul has a flavour profile featuring Bitter, Sweet, Agave, Aperitif. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Devil's Soul?: Devil's Soul pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Devil's Soul?: The strength of Devil's Soul depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
When is a Devil's Soul typically served?: Devil's Soul is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Devil's Soul?: If you enjoy Devil's Soul, 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 Devil's Soul at home?: Yes. The Devil's Soul uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved 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 Devil's Soul 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.