Cocktails

Kiss the Boys Goodbye

Kiss the Boys Goodbye is an alcoholic cocktail built on Sloe Gin. It leans citrus and botanical. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 10.8% ABV and roughly 159 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic10.8% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

159 kcalCalories

10.8%ABV

7.8gSugar

11.3gCarbs

0.81Std 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

0.75 ozSloe ginBase Spirit
0.75 ozBrandyBase Spirit
2.0 ozEgg WhiteEgg Or Foamer
1.0 ozJuice of a LemonJuice

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 cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Botanical

Supporting notes

Fruit Herbal Juniper Oak Vanilla

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Date NightSuggested from its vanilla notes.

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Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Brandy0.75 oz

CognacWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing citrus or sweetener.
What changes: Cognac can replace generic brandy in a cocktail at the same measure; expect a more specific Cognac profile rather than a neutral brandy.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Juice Of A Lemon1.0 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

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 Kiss the Boys Goodbye?: The Kiss the Boys Goodbye is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 10.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 159 calories.
What does a Kiss the Boys Goodbye taste like?: Kiss the Boys Goodbye has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Botanical, Fruit, Herbal. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Kiss the Boys Goodbye?: The Kiss the Boys Goodbye has an ABV of approximately 10.8%. That's approximately 0.81 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 159 kcal, 7.8g sugar, 11.3g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Kiss the Boys Goodbye typically served?: Kiss the Boys Goodbye is often suggested for Date Night, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Kiss the Boys Goodbye?: If you enjoy Kiss the Boys Goodbye, 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 Kiss the Boys Goodbye at home?: Yes. The Kiss the Boys Goodbye uses 4 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 Kiss the Boys Goodbye 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.