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Vagabundo

Vagabundo is an alcoholic cocktail built on Reposado Blanco Tequila. It leans citrus and tart. Shaken and served in a Hurricane Glass. Expect about 10.6% ABV and roughly 192 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic10.6% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

192 kcalCalories
10.6%ABV
8.1gSugar
14.4gCarbs
1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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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. Shake ingredients with ice.Shaken
  2. Strain into ice-filled Hurricane glass.Strain
  3. Garnish with lime wheel.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass
Hurricane Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusTart

Supporting notes

ApplePineappleAgaveEarthyPeppery

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

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

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • Taco NightSuggested from its agave and peppery notes.
  • TropicalSuggested from its pineapple notes.
  • Seafood DinnerSuggested from its 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

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-FreeVeganVegetarian

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

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Pineapple Juice2.0 oz

Orange JuiceWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount first; add a little sweetener only if the drink tastes thin.
What changes
Orange juice can replace pineapple juice when a less tropical drink is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Passion Fruit JuiceWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first and add sweetener only if needed.
What changes
Passion fruit juice can replace pineapple juice when a sharper tropical flavor is welcome.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lime Juice2.0 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.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lime Wheel1 garnish

Lime WedgeGood swap
How much to use
Use one wedge for one wheel.
What changes
A lime wedge can replace a lime wheel, especially if the drink benefits from a squeeze of lime.
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.

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 Vagabundo?
The Vagabundo is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Hurricane Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 10.6%. A standard serving contains approximately 192 calories.
What does a Vagabundo taste like?
Vagabundo has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Tart, Apple, Pineapple. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Vagabundo?
Vagabundo pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Vagabundo?
The Vagabundo has an ABV of approximately 10.6%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 192 kcal, 8.1g sugar, 14.4g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Vagabundo typically served?
Vagabundo is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, Taco Night, Tropical, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Vagabundo?
If you enjoy Vagabundo, 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 Vagabundo at home?
Yes. The Vagabundo uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Hurricane 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 Vagabundo 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.