Cocktails

Jackhammer

Jackhammer is an alcoholic cocktail built on Jack Daniels. It leans vanilla, almond and caramel. Served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 34.5% ABV and roughly 172 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic34.5% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

172 kcalCalories

34.5%ABV

10.4gSugar

11.8gCarbs

1.15Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 2 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1 ozJack DanielsBase Spirit
1 ozAmarettoLiqueur Modifier

How to Make It

Serve over ice- Warning,Deadly!Serve

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Vanilla Almond Caramel

Supporting notes

Nutty Oak Spice Sweet

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

High ABV
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

DessertSuggested from its vanilla and sweet 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

BBQ Steak Grilled Meat

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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Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Amaretto1 oz

Amaretto Di SaronnoGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Amaretto di Saronno can replace generic amaretto in most drink recipes.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Jackhammer?: The Jackhammer is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 34.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 172 calories.
What does a Jackhammer taste like?: Jackhammer has a flavour profile featuring Vanilla, Almond, Caramel, Nutty. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Jackhammer?: Jackhammer pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Jackhammer?: The Jackhammer has an ABV of approximately 34.5%. That's approximately 1.15 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 172 kcal, 10.4g sugar, 11.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Jackhammer typically served?: Jackhammer is often suggested for Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Jackhammer?: If you enjoy Jackhammer, 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 Jackhammer at home?: Yes. The Jackhammer uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Collins 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 Jackhammer 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.