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Snowball

Snowball is an alcoholic cocktail. It leans citrus and sparkling. Served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 2.4% ABV and roughly 231 kcal (estimated per recipe).

Cocktailalcoholic2.4% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

231 kcalCalories
2.4%ABV
35.5gSugar
37.7gCarbs
0.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 4 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Place one ice cube in the glass and add 1 1/2 oz of Advocaat.Add
  2. Fill up the glass with lemonade and decorate with a slice of lemon.Fill
  3. Serve at once.Serve

How to Serve

Glass
Highball Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLightStrong
BodyLightFull
SweetnessDrySweet
AcidityFlatCrisp
FruitinessEarthyFruity
  • Low ABV
  • Noticeably sweet
  • Light and refreshing

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Not enough information

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

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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 Snowball?
The Snowball is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 2.4%. A standard serving contains approximately 231 calories.
What does a Snowball taste like?
Snowball has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sparkling, Custard. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Snowball?
The Snowball has an ABV of approximately 2.4%. That's approximately 0.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 231 kcal, 35.5g sugar, 37.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Snowball typically served?
Snowball is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Snowball?
If you enjoy Snowball, 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 Snowball at home?
Yes. The Snowball uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Highball 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 Snowball 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.