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Zorbatini

Zorbatini is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans anise, licorice and herbal. Served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 42.1% ABV and roughly 107 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic42.1% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

107 kcalCalories
42.1%ABV
0gSugar
0gCarbs
0.89Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 2 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 oz StoliVodkaBase Spirit
  • 1/4 ozOuzoOther

How to Make It

  1. Prepare like a Martini.
  2. Garnish with a green olive.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass

Taste profile

Primary flavours

AniseLicoriceHerbal

Supporting notes

Sweet

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • High ABV
  • Dry finish
  • Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • AperitifSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
  • Happy HourSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

Occasion tags include deterministic rules plus LLM-assisted fact-checked patches based on recipe name, ingredients, glassware, flavour tags and pairing evidence.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

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Gluten-FreeKetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVeganVegetarian

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

Vodka1 1/4 oz Stoli

GinWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes
Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is a Zorbatini?
The Zorbatini is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 42.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 107 calories.
What does a Zorbatini taste like?
Zorbatini has a flavour profile featuring Anise, Licorice, Herbal, Sweet. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Zorbatini?
The Zorbatini has an ABV of approximately 42.1%. That's approximately 0.89 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 107 kcal, 0.0g sugar, 0.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Zorbatini typically served?
Zorbatini is often suggested for Aperitif, Happy Hour, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Zorbatini?
If you enjoy Zorbatini, 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 Zorbatini at home?
Yes. The Zorbatini uses 2 ingredients, making it easy 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 Zorbatini 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.