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Humpty Dumpty

Humpty Dumpty is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans sweet and bitter. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 25.8% ABV and roughly 388 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic25.8% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

388 kcalCalories
25.8%ABV
20.4gSugar
26.9gCarbs
2.62Std 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

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

  1. Shake without ice.Shaken
  2. Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

SweetBitter

Supporting notes

AniseHerbalVanillaCitrusTart

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
  • Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

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

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

CharcuterieOlivesSalty 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-FreeVegetarian

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

Vodka2.0 oz

GinWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes
Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange Juice1.0 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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Frequently asked questions

What is a Humpty Dumpty?
The Humpty Dumpty is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 25.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 388 calories.
What does a Humpty Dumpty taste like?
Humpty Dumpty has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Bitter, Anise, Herbal. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Humpty Dumpty?
Humpty Dumpty pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Humpty Dumpty?
The Humpty Dumpty has an ABV of approximately 25.8%. That's approximately 2.62 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 388 kcal, 20.4g sugar, 26.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Humpty Dumpty typically served?
Humpty Dumpty is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Humpty Dumpty?
If you enjoy Humpty Dumpty, 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 Humpty Dumpty at home?
Yes. The Humpty Dumpty 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 Humpty Dumpty 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.