Cocktails

Dr. Cook

Dr. Cook is an alcoholic cocktail built on Mr. Boston Gin. It leans citrus and almond. Shaken and served in a Red-Wine Glass. Expect about 29% ABV and roughly 383 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic29% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

383 kcalCalories

29%ABV

8.3gSugar

12.6gCarbs

3.38Std 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

4.0 ozMr. Boston GinBase Spirit
1.0 ozLemon JuiceJuice
1.0 ozMaraschinoLiqueur Modifier
1.0 ozEgg WhiteEgg Or Foamer

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 wine glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass: Red-Wine Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Almond

Supporting notes

Botanical Cherry Dry Floral Herbal

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

High ABV
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

AperitifSuggested from its dry and botanical notes.
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, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

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

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Lemon Juice1.0 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

Maraschino1.0 oz

Maraschino LiqueurGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Maraschino liqueur is usually the intended substitute for maraschino when used as a liqueur ingredient.

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.

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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 Dr. Cook?: The Dr. Cook is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Red-Wine Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 29.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 383 calories.
What does a Dr. Cook taste like?: Dr. Cook has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Almond, Botanical, Cherry. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Dr. Cook?: Dr. Cook pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Dr. Cook?: The Dr. Cook has an ABV of approximately 29.0%. That's approximately 3.38 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 383 kcal, 8.3g sugar, 12.6g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Dr. Cook typically served?: Dr. Cook is often suggested for Aperitif, Seafood Dinner, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Dr. Cook?: If you enjoy Dr. Cook, 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 Dr. Cook at home?: Yes. The Dr. Cook uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Red-Wine 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 Dr. Cook 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.