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Paddington

Paddington is an alcoholic cocktail built on Light Rum. It leans citrus and anise. Built and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 18.1% ABV and roughly 421 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic18.1% ABV7 ingredients

At a Glance

421 kcalCalories
18.1%ABV
25.4gSugar
33.5gCarbs
3.02Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 7 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 1.0 ozAbsintheBase Spirit
  • 2.0 ozLight RumBase Spirit
  • 2.0 ozLillet BlancFortified Wine
  • 2.0 ozFresh grapefruit juiceJuice
  • 2.0 ozFresh lemon juiceJuice
  • 1.0 ozOrange marmaladeOther
  • 1 garnishgrapefruit twistGarnish

How to Make It

  1. Pour absinthe into chilled cocktail glass, swirl to coat inside, and discard excess.Pour
  2. Shake remaining ingredients with ice and strain into glass.Shaken
  3. Add grapefruit twist.Add

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusAnise

Supporting notes

BitterAperitifFloral

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Bright and citrusy
  • Fruity and vibrant

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.

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

SeafoodCevicheSalads

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-FreeVeganVegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Grapefruit Juice2.0 oz

Orange JuiceNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Use the same amount, then add lime or lemon if it needs more bite.
What changes
Orange juice can replace grapefruit juice only if a sweeter, softer citrus result is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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 Paddington?
The Paddington is a cocktail made with 7 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 18.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 421 calories.
What does a Paddington taste like?
Paddington has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Anise. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Paddington?
Paddington pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Paddington?
The Paddington has an ABV of approximately 18.1%. That's approximately 3.02 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 421 kcal, 25.4g sugar, 33.5g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Paddington typically served?
Paddington is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Paddington?
If you enjoy Paddington, 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 Paddington at home?
Yes. The Paddington uses 7 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 Paddington 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.