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Jitterbug Sour

Jitterbug Sour is an alcoholic cocktail built on Straight Rye Whiskey. It leans spice and honey. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 15.4% ABV and roughly 443 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic15.4% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

443 kcalCalories
15.4%ABV
35.7gSugar
46.8gCarbs
2.83Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 6 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 first five ingredients with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken
  2. Add bitters and lemon twist.Add

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

SpiceHoney

Supporting notes

SweetCitrusBitterBotanicalHerbal

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Noticeably sweet
  • Full-bodied
  • Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

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

BBQSteakGrilled 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-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

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

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

Fresh Lemon Juice4.0 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

Angostura Bitters1 dash

Aromatic BittersWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste before adding more.
What changes
Another aromatic bitters can replace Angostura when some change in spice and fruit character is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Orange BittersNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste; the result will lose some baking-spice character.
What changes
Orange bitters can replace Angostura only when a brighter, more citrus-led result 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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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 Jitterbug Sour?
The Jitterbug Sour is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 15.4%. A standard serving contains approximately 443 calories.
What does a Jitterbug Sour taste like?
Jitterbug Sour has a flavour profile featuring Spice, Honey, Sweet, Citrus. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Jitterbug Sour?
Jitterbug Sour pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Jitterbug Sour?
The Jitterbug Sour has an ABV of approximately 15.4%. That's approximately 2.83 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 443 kcal, 35.7g sugar, 46.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Jitterbug Sour typically served?
Jitterbug Sour is often suggested for BBQ / Cookout, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Jitterbug Sour?
If you enjoy Jitterbug Sour, 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 Jitterbug Sour at home?
Yes. The Jitterbug Sour 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 Jitterbug Sour 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.