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The Final Ward

The Final Ward is an alcoholic cocktail built on Straight Rye Whiskey. It leans spice and citrus. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 30.1% ABV and roughly 198 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic30.1% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

198 kcalCalories
30.1%ABV
11.6gSugar
17.1gCarbs
1.51Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 4 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

SpiceCitrus

Supporting notes

AlmondBotanicalCherryDryFloral

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

  • AperitifSuggested from its dry and botanical notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

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

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Straight Rye Whiskey0.75 oz

Rye WhiskeyGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener.
What changes
Rye whiskey is usually a close replacement for straight rye whiskey in cocktails, subject to bottle strength and flavour.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Maraschino Liqueur0.75 oz

MaraschinoGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Maraschino can replace maraschino liqueur when the recipe uses it as a liqueur ingredient.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lemon Juice0.75 oz

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes
Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.
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 The Final Ward?
The The Final Ward is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 30.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 198 calories.
What does a The Final Ward taste like?
The Final Ward has a flavour profile featuring Spice, Citrus, Almond, Botanical. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a The Final Ward?
The The Final Ward has an ABV of approximately 30.1%. That's approximately 1.51 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 198 kcal, 11.6g sugar, 17.1g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a The Final Ward typically served?
The Final Ward is often suggested for Aperitif, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a The Final Ward?
If you enjoy The Final Ward, 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 Final Ward at home?
Yes. The The Final Ward uses 4 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 Final Ward 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.