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The 21st Century

The 21st Century is an alcoholic cocktail built on Blanco Tequila. It leans anise, citrus and wormwood. Served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 40.2% ABV and roughly 423 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic40.2% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

423 kcalCalories
40.2%ABV
8.1gSugar
11.8gCarbs
3.7Std 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

How to Make It

  1. Swirl absinthe in chilled cocktail glass to coat inside; discard excess absinthe.
  2. Shake remaining ingredients with ice and strain into glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

AniseCitrusWormwood

Supporting notes

HerbalAgaveChocolateCocoa

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • High ABV
  • Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • Taco NightSuggested from its agave and lime notes, pairing with mexican food and tacos.

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

TacosMexican FoodSpicy Food

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

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

Blanco Tequila2.0 oz

Reposado TequilaWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener or citrus.
What changes
Reposado tequila can replace blanco tequila when a rounder, lightly oaked variation is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
MezcalWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; reduce other smoky or bitter ingredients if the drink becomes too intense.
What changes
Mezcal can replace blanco tequila when a smokier, earthier agave profile is welcome.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lime Juice0.75 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

White Creme De Cacao0.75 oz

Dark Creme De CacaoWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; expect a darker drink.
What changes
Dark crème de cacao can replace white crème de cacao when a darker, richer result 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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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 The 21st Century?
The The 21st Century is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 40.2%. A standard serving contains approximately 423 calories.
What does a The 21st Century taste like?
The 21st Century has a flavour profile featuring Anise, Citrus, Wormwood, Herbal. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a The 21st Century?
The 21st Century pairs well with Tacos, Mexican Food, Spicy Food. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a The 21st Century?
The The 21st Century has an ABV of approximately 40.2%. That's approximately 3.70 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 423 kcal, 8.1g sugar, 11.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a The 21st Century typically served?
The 21st Century is often suggested for Taco Night, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a The 21st Century?
If you enjoy The 21st Century, 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 The 21st Century at home?
Yes. The The 21st Century 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 The 21st Century 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.