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Mandeville

Mandeville is an alcoholic cocktail built on Light Rum. It leans vanilla and sweet. Shaken and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 22.7% ABV and roughly 389 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic22.7% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

389 kcalCalories
22.7%ABV
30.3gSugar
35.9gCarbs
2.65Std 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

How to Make It

  1. Shake first five ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled Old Fashioned glass.Shaken
  2. Top with cola.Top

How to Serve

Glass
Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

VanillaSweet

Supporting notes

CitrusAniseCaramelMolassesSpice

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
  • Noticeably sweet

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

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

Light Rum2.0 oz

Aged RumKnown variation
How much to use
Use the same amount; reduce rich sweeteners only if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes
Aged rum can replace light rum when a fuller, oakier variation is acceptable.
Dark RumWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; reduce rich sweeteners if the result becomes too heavy.
What changes
Dark rum can replace light rum when a deeper, heavier rum profile is welcome.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Dark Rum1.0 oz

Aged RumWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener.
What changes
Aged rum can replace dark rum when a somewhat drier, oak-led profile is acceptable.
Light RumWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; expect less depth and dark sugar character.
What changes
Light rum can replace dark rum only when a lighter, cleaner result is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lemon Juice2.0 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

Grenadine1.0 oz

Fresh GrenadineGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Fresh grenadine is usually a close substitute for grenadine.
Pomegranate SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Pomegranate syrup can replace grenadine when a more pomegranate-forward flavor 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 Mandeville?
The Mandeville is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 22.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 389 calories.
What does a Mandeville taste like?
Mandeville has a flavour profile featuring Vanilla, Sweet, Citrus, Anise. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Mandeville?
Mandeville pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Mandeville?
The Mandeville has an ABV of approximately 22.7%. That's approximately 2.65 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 389 kcal, 30.3g sugar, 35.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Mandeville typically served?
Mandeville is often suggested for BBQ / Cookout, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Mandeville?
If you enjoy Mandeville, 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 Mandeville at home?
Yes. The Mandeville uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward 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 Mandeville 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.