Cocktails

Tuxedo Cocktail

Tuxedo Cocktail is an alcoholic cocktail built on Dry Vermouth. It leans citrus, botanical and dry. Stirred and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 29.5% ABV and roughly 168 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic29.5% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

168 kcalCalories

29.5%ABV

2.5gSugar

3.7gCarbs

1.55Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 6 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1 1/2 ozDry VermouthFortified Wine
1 1/2 ozGinBase Spirit
1/4 tspMaraschino liqueurLiqueur Modifier
1/4 tspAnisLiqueur Modifier
2 dashesOrange bittersBitters
1CherryGarnish

How to Make It

Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a cocktail glass.Stirred
Garnish with a cherry and a twist of lemon zest.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Botanical Dry

Supporting notes

Herbal Cherry Bitter Almond

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
Dry finish
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

AperitifSuggested from its bitter and dry notes.
Happy HourSuggested from its bitter and dry notes, pairing with charcuterie and olives.

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

Charcuterie OlivesSalty Snacks

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 Vegetarian

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

Dry Vermouth1 1/2 oz

Dry SherryWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount, then taste; the result will be less herbal and more savoury.
What changes: Dry sherry can replace dry vermouth when a drier, more saline and less herbal variation is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lillet BlancKnown variation

How much to use: Start with the recipe amount and taste; reduce it if the drink becomes too soft or sweet.
What changes: Lillet Blanc can stand in for dry vermouth in a Martini-style drink, but it produces a softer and slightly sweeter variation.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Sweet VermouthNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use only if a sweeter vermouth profile is acceptable.
What changes: Sweet vermouth is not a neutral substitute for dry vermouth; it makes the drink sweeter and rounder.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Gin1 1/2 oz

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

Maraschino Liqueur1/4 tsp

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

Orange Bitters2 dashes

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

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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Last updated July 12, 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 Tuxedo Cocktail?: The Tuxedo Cocktail is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 29.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 168 calories.
What does a Tuxedo Cocktail taste like?: Tuxedo Cocktail has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Botanical, Dry, Herbal. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Tuxedo Cocktail?: Tuxedo Cocktail pairs well with Charcuterie, Olives, Salty Snacks. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Tuxedo Cocktail?: The Tuxedo Cocktail has an ABV of approximately 29.5%. That's approximately 1.55 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 168 kcal, 2.5g sugar, 3.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Tuxedo Cocktail typically served?: Tuxedo Cocktail is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Tuxedo Cocktail?: If you enjoy Tuxedo Cocktail, 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 Tuxedo Cocktail at home?: Yes. The Tuxedo Cocktail uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved 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 Tuxedo Cocktail 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.