Mocktails

Yellowjacket

Yellowjacket is a non-alcoholic mocktail. It leans citrus, sweet and tart. Shaken and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect roughly 71 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Mocktailnon_alcoholic3 ingredients

At a Glance

71 kcalCalories

12.4gSugar

17.9gCarbs

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozPineapple JuiceJuice
2.0 ozOrange JuiceJuice
2.0 ozLemon JuiceJuice

How to Make It

Shake with old-fashioned glass filled with ice cubes.Shaken
Garnish with a lemon slice.Garnish

How to Serve

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

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Sweet Tart

Supporting notes

Apple Pineapple Tropical

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Non-alcoholic
Bright and citrusy
Fruity and vibrant

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

TropicalSuggested from its tropical and pineapple notes.
Low / No AlcoholSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
SummerSuggested from its tropical and citrus 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

Tropical Food Spicy FoodFruit Desserts

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

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

Orange Juice2.0 oz

Pineapple JuiceWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount first; reduce sweetener if the drink becomes too rich.
What changes: Pineapple juice can replace orange juice when a more tropical result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Grapefruit JuiceNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use less at first and consider adding a little sweetener.
What changes: Grapefruit juice is not a neutral substitute for orange juice; it makes the drink sharper and more bitter.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon Juice2.0 oz

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.

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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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 Yellowjacket?: The Yellowjacket is a non-alcoholic cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink. A standard serving contains approximately 71 calories.
What does a Yellowjacket taste like?: Yellowjacket has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sweet, Tart, Apple. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Yellowjacket?: Yellowjacket pairs well with Tropical Food, Spicy Food, Fruit Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Yellowjacket?: The Yellowjacket is alcohol-free. This recipe is estimated to contain approximately 71 kcal. Calorie content varies based on the juices, syrups and mixers used.
When is a Yellowjacket typically served?: Yellowjacket is often suggested for Low / No Alcohol, Summer, Tropical, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Yellowjacket?: If you enjoy Yellowjacket, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to other mocktails that share its flavour balance. Many classic cocktails also have non-alcoholic adaptations built around the same balance.
Can I make a Yellowjacket at home?: Yes. The Yellowjacket uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned Glass. Use fresh juices and quality syrups 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 mocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find mocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Yellowjacket with other mocktails. 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.