Cocktails

Sargasso

Sargasso is an alcoholic cocktail built on Dry Sherry. It leans bitter and aperitif. Stirred and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 21.8% ABV and roughly 401 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic21.8% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

401 kcalCalories

21.8%ABV

13gSugar

22.5gCarbs

1.6Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 5 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozAged rhum agricoleOther
4.0 ozDry SherryFortified Wine
2.0 ozAperolLiqueur Modifier
2 dashesAngostura BittersBitters
1 garnishOrange twistGarnish

How to Make It

Stir with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Stirred
Garnish with orange twist.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

BitterAperitif

Supporting notes

Dried Fruit Nutty OakOxidativeSalty

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Happy HourSuggested from its bitter notes, pairing with charcuterie and olives.
AperitifSuggested from its bitter notes.

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

Charcuterie OlivesSalty Snacks

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-Free Vegetarian

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

Aperol2.0 oz

CampariNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use slightly less at first if the original drink is light or spritz-style.
What changes: Campari can replace Aperol only when you want a stronger, more bitter drink.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Angostura Bitters2 dashes

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

Orange Twist1 garnish

Orange PeelGood swap

How much to use: Use a similar-sized piece of peel.
What changes: Orange peel is usually a close substitute for an orange twist.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon TwistWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same size twist.
What changes: Lemon twist can replace orange twist when a sharper lemon aroma 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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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Sargasso?: The Sargasso is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 21.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 401 calories.
What does a Sargasso taste like?: Sargasso has a flavour profile featuring Bitter, Aperitif, Dried Fruit, Nutty. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Sargasso?: Sargasso pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Sargasso?: The Sargasso has an ABV of approximately 21.8%. That's approximately 1.60 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 401 kcal, 13.0g sugar, 22.5g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Sargasso typically served?: Sargasso is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Sargasso?: If you enjoy Sargasso, 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 Sargasso at home?: Yes. The Sargasso uses 5 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 Sargasso 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.