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Purple Ruby

Purple Ruby is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans tart, citrus and sweet. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 6.1% ABV and roughly 396 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic6.1% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

396 kcalCalories
6.1%ABV
56.4gSugar
65.7gCarbs
1.42Std 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

  • 2.0 ozVodkaBase Spirit
  • 2.0 ozPomegranate juiceJuice
  • 2.0 ozGrapefruit JuiceJuice
  • 4.0 ozFresh Lime JuiceJuice
  • 4.0 ozHoney SyrupSweetener
  • 1 garnishGrapefruit twistGarnish

How to Make It

  1. Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken
  2. Add grapefruit twist.Add

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

TartCitrusSweet

Supporting notes

BitterFruityHoney

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
  • Bright and citrusy
  • Fruity and vibrant

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • Seafood DinnerSuggested from its 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-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

Vodka2.0 oz

GinWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes
Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Pomegranate Juice2.0 oz

Cranberry JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Cranberry juice can replace pomegranate juice when a brighter red-fruit note is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

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.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lime Juice4.0 oz

Lemon JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Lemon juice can usually replace lime juice, but the drink becomes less tropical and more lemon-forward.
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 Purple Ruby?
The Purple Ruby is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 6.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 396 calories.
What does a Purple Ruby taste like?
Purple Ruby has a flavour profile featuring Tart, Citrus, Sweet, Bitter. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Purple Ruby?
Purple Ruby pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Purple Ruby?
The Purple Ruby has an ABV of approximately 6.1%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 396 kcal, 56.4g sugar, 65.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Purple Ruby typically served?
Purple Ruby is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Purple Ruby?
If you enjoy Purple Ruby, 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 Purple Ruby at home?
Yes. The Purple Ruby 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 Purple Ruby 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.