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Flying Dutchman

Flying Dutchman is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans citrus, botanical and herbal. Served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 40.5% ABV and roughly 180 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic40.5% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

180 kcalCalories
40.5%ABV
3.7gSugar
4.4gCarbs
1.69Std 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

How to Make It

  1. In an old-fashioned glass almost filled with ice cubes, combine the gin and triple sec.Fill
  2. Stir well.Stirred

How to Serve

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

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusBotanicalHerbal

Supporting notes

JuniperSweet

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?

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

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

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Gin2 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

Triple Sec1/2 oz

CointreauGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount; adjust sweetness only if needed.
What changes
Cointreau is usually a strong substitute for triple sec and often gives a drier, more intense orange note.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Blue CuracaoWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; expect a visible color change.
What changes
Blue curaçao can replace triple sec when the orange note is acceptable and the blue color is wanted.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Orange CuracaoWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Orange curaçao can replace triple sec, but it may make the drink richer or sweeter.
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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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Flying Dutchman?
The Flying Dutchman is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 40.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 180 calories.
What does a Flying Dutchman taste like?
Flying Dutchman has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Botanical, Herbal, Juniper. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Flying Dutchman?
The Flying Dutchman has an ABV of approximately 40.5%. That's approximately 1.69 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 180 kcal, 3.7g sugar, 4.4g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to a Flying Dutchman?
If you enjoy Flying Dutchman, 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 Flying Dutchman at home?
Yes. The Flying Dutchman 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 Flying Dutchman 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.