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Sherry Flip

Sherry Flip is an alcoholic cocktail built on Sherry. It leans sweet. Shaken and served in a Nick And Nora Glass. Expect about 7.5% ABV and roughly 159 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic7.5% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

159 kcalCalories
7.5%ABV
4.2gSugar
7gCarbs
0.46Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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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

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

  1. Shake all ingredients (except nutmeg) with ice and strain into a whiskey Sour glass.Shaken
  2. Sprinkle nutmeg on top and serve.Top

How to Serve

Glass
Nick And Nora Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet

Supporting notes

SpiceDried FruitNuttyOxidativeSalty

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • DessertSuggested from its cream and sweet notes, pairing with desserts pairing.

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

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

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

Light Cream2 tsp

Half-And-HalfWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Half-and-half can replace light cream when a slightly lighter texture is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Heavy CreamWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes
Heavy cream can replace light cream when a richer, thicker texture is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Powdered Sugar1 tsp

Superfine SugarWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Dissolve well; sweetness may need a small adjustment.
What changes
Superfine sugar can replace powdered sugar in many shaken drinks.
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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Frequently asked questions

What is a Sherry Flip?
The Sherry Flip is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Nick And Nora Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 7.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 159 calories.
What does a Sherry Flip taste like?
Sherry Flip has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Spice, Dried Fruit. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Sherry Flip?
Sherry Flip pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Sherry Flip?
The Sherry Flip has an ABV of approximately 7.5%. That's approximately 0.46 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 159 kcal, 4.2g sugar, 7.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Sherry Flip typically served?
Sherry Flip is often suggested for Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Sherry Flip?
If you enjoy Sherry Flip, 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 Sherry Flip at home?
Yes. The Sherry Flip uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Nick And Nora 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 Sherry Flip 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.