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The Philosopher

The Philosopher is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans citrus and bitter. Built and served in a Margarita Glass. Expect about 21.3% ABV and roughly 309 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic21.3% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

309 kcalCalories
21.3%ABV
16.9gSugar
22.7gCarbs
2.18Std 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?

Easy

Why: 5 ingredients, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

Tools:Cocktail Shaker

How to Make It

  1. Add all the spirits in a shaker (best to use Hendricks gin) as well as the orange bitters and lemon juice.Shaken
  2. Strain into a Margarita glass, top with Prosecco.Strain

How to Serve

Glass
Margarita Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusBitter

Supporting notes

BotanicalFruitHerbalJuniper

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.
  • AperitifSuggested from its bitter and botanical notes.

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

SeafoodCevicheSalads

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

Gin1 shot

VodkaKnown variation
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect less juniper and botanical aroma.
What changes
Vodka can replace gin when you want a cleaner, less botanical drink, but it usually changes the cocktail identity.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange Bitters1 dash

Angostura BittersNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste; the result will be less citrus-led.
What changes
Angostura can replace orange bitters only when a warmer, more spice-led result is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon Juice1 dash

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 Philosopher?
The The Philosopher is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Margarita Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 21.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 309 calories.
What does a The Philosopher taste like?
The Philosopher has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Bitter, Botanical. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a The Philosopher?
The Philosopher pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a The Philosopher?
The The Philosopher has an ABV of approximately 21.3%. That's approximately 2.18 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 309 kcal, 16.9g sugar, 22.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a The Philosopher typically served?
The Philosopher is often suggested for Aperitif, Seafood Dinner, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a The Philosopher?
If you enjoy The Philosopher, 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 Philosopher at home?
Yes. The The Philosopher uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Margarita 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 Philosopher 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.