Cocktails

The Groupie

The Groupie is an alcoholic cocktail built on Citrus-Flavored Vodka. It leans sweet. Muddled and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 12.1% ABV and roughly 365 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic12.1% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

365 kcalCalories

12.1%ABV

59.3gSugar

59.8gCarbs

1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatemuddled drink

Why: 3 ingredients, muddled drink, requires shaker, muddler

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

3.0 ozLemon wedgesGarnish
2.0 ozSuperfine sugarOther
2.0 ozCitrus-flavored vodkaBase Spirit

Tools:Mixing Glass

How to Make It

Muddle lemons and sugar in mixing glass.Muddled
Add vodka and ice and shake.Shaken
Strain into ice-filled old-fashioned glass and top with ginger beer.Strain

How to Serve

Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet

Supporting notes

Citrus Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Noticeably sweet

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.

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

Seafood Ceviche Salads

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 Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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

Superfine Sugar2.0 oz

Powdered SugarWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use carefully; powdered sugar can affect texture.
What changes: Powdered sugar can replace superfine sugar if it dissolves fully.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Simple SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use about 1/4 oz simple syrup per teaspoon of sugar as a starting point.
What changes: Simple syrup can replace sugar, but it also adds water and dissolves more easily.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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.

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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 The Groupie?: The The Groupie is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 12.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 365 calories.
What does a The Groupie taste like?: The Groupie has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Citrus, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a The Groupie?: The Groupie pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a The Groupie?: The The Groupie has an ABV of approximately 12.1%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 365 kcal, 59.3g sugar, 59.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a The Groupie typically served?: The Groupie is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a The Groupie?: If you enjoy The Groupie, 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 Groupie at home?: Yes. The The Groupie uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned 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 Groupie 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.