Commonly used Spirits and Liqueurs
This dataset shows the most commonly used spirits/liqueurs used in cocktails along with the description and alcohol strength percentage.
“Spirit/Liqueur” refers to a type of alcoholic beverage that is distilled and typically has a high alcohol content. Liqueurs are often sweetened and flavored spirits. The “Description” contains information about the spirit or liqueur being discussed. This could include details about its production, flavor profile, or suggested serving methods. “Alcohol Strength Percentage” refers to the percentage of alcohol in the spirit or liqueur. This information is often displayed on the bottle label and can range from around 20% to over 50%, depending on the specific product.
| Spirit/Liqueur | Description | Alcohol Strength Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Absinthe | A highly alcoholic, anise-flavored spirit that is often used in cocktails, such as the Sazerac and Corpse Reviver #2. | 45-74% |
| Amaretto | An Italian liqueur with an almond flavor. | 20-28% |
| Aperol | An orange-flavored Italian liqueur. | 11% |
| Bitters | A highly concentrated, aromatic flavoring made from botanicals. | 44.70% |
| Brandy | A spirit made from distilled wine, typically aged in oak barrels. | 35-60% |
| Cachaça | A Brazilian spirit made from sugarcane juice, similar to rum. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Caipirinha. | 38-48% |
| Calvados | An apple brandy from Normandy, France. | 40-50% |
| Campari | A bright red Italian bitter liqueur made from herbs and fruit. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Negroni and Americano. | 20.50% |
| Chartreuse | A French liqueur made by Carthusian monks. | 40-55% |
| Cherry brandy | A sweet, cherry-flavored liqueur made from cherries and often aged in oak barrels. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Singapore Sling. | 24-48% |
| Cointreau | A clear, orange-flavored liqueur. | 40% |
| Crème de cassis | A sweet, dark purple liqueur made from blackcurrants. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Kir and Kir Royale. | 15-20% |
| Drambuie | A Scottish liqueur made from whisky, honey, and herbs. | 40% |
| Fernet-Branca | An Italian amaro with a bitter, herbal flavor that is often used in cocktails, such as the Toronto and Hanky Panky. | 39-45% |
| Frangelico | An Italian liqueur made from hazelnuts and herbs. | 20-28% |
| Galliano | An Italian liqueur with a vanilla and anise flavor. | 35-42.3% |
| Gin | A spirit flavored with juniper berries and other botanicals. | 37-50% |
| Grand Marnier | A French liqueur made from Cognac and flavored with oranges. | 40% |
| Grappa | An Italian grape-based spirit with a high alcohol content. | 35-60% |
| Kahlúa | A coffee-flavored liqueur from Mexico. | 20% |
| Lillet | A French aperitif wine. | 17% |
| Luxardo | A dark, cherry-flavored liqueur made from Marasca cherries that is often used in cocktails, such as the Brooklyn and Hemingway Daiquiri. | 30-38% |
| Maraschino | A clear, cherry-flavored liqueur made from Marasca cherries. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Aviation and Last Word. | 32-40% |
| Mezcal | A Mexican spirit made from roasted agave plants, similar to tequila but with a smokier flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Mezcal Margarita and Oaxaca Old Fashioned. | 40-55% |
| Midori | A bright green, melon-flavored liqueur from Japan. | 20-21% |
| Pimm’s | A British liqueur made from gin and spices, commonly served with lemonade and fruit. | 25% |
| Pisco | A brandy-like spirit made in Peru and Chile from grapes. | 30-50% |
| Rum | A spirit made from sugarcane or molasses, typically aged in oak barrels. | 37-80% |
| Sake | A Japanese rice wine. | 15-20% |
| Sambuca | An Italian anise-flavored liqueur that is often served with three coffee beans, known as con la mosca (with the fly). | 38-42% |
| Sherry | A fortified wine from Spain. | 15-20% |
| Sloe gin | A red liqueur made by steeping sloe berries in gin. | 15-30% |
| St-Germain | A French liqueur made from elderflowers. | 20% |
| Tequila | A spirit made from blue agave plants, typically produced in Mexico. | 35-55% |
| Triple sec | A clear, orange-flavored liqueur that is often used in cocktails, such as the Margarita and Cosmopolitan. | 15-40% |
| Vermouth | An aromatized wine that is often used in cocktails, such as the Martini and Manhattan. | 15-20% |
| Vodka | A neutral spirit typically made from grain or potatoes. | 35-50% |
| Whiskey | A spirit made from distilled grains, typically aged in oak barrels. | 40-60% |
| Yellow Chartreuse | A milder version of Chartreuse that is yellow in color and has a slightly sweeter taste. It is commonly used in cocktails, such as the Last Word and Alaska. | 40% |
Alcohol Volume, Units and Prices
This dataset shows information about various types of alcoholic beverages, such as beer, wine, spirits, etc. The “Alcohol” column indicates the name or brand of the beverage. The “ML” column shows the volume of the bottle in milliliters, while the “Strength ABV” column indicates the alcohol by volume percentage of the beverage.
The “Price Per Bottle” column displays the cost of purchasing one bottle of the alcoholic beverage. This was calculated in 2020 using the average UK price per bottle from Tesco in £ (GBP). The price includes duty or VAT and prices are subject to change. The “Price Per 25ml” and “Price Per 50ml” columns show the cost of purchasing a measure of 25ml or 50ml of the beverage, respectively.
The “Units Per Bottle” column indicates the number of alcohol units contained in one bottle of the beverage. The “Units Per 25ml” and “Units Per 50ml” columns show the number of alcohol units in a measure of 25ml or 50ml of the beverage, respectively.
This dataset provides information for consumers and bartenders who want to compare and contrast different alcoholic beverages based on their volume, alcohol content, price, and number of alcohol units.
| Alcohol | Alcoholic | Volume (ML) | Strength ABV (%) | Price Per Bottle (GBP) | Price Per 25ml (GBP) | Price Per 50ml (GBP) | Units Per Bottle | Units Per 25ml | Units Per 50ml |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vodka | Y | 1,000.00 | 40 | £17.00 | £0.43 | £0.85 | 40 | 1 | 2 |
| Gin | Y | 1,000.00 | 40 | £18.00 | £0.45 | £0.90 | 40 | 1 | 2 |
| Orange Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £1.00 | £0.03 | £0.05 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Whisky | Y | 1,000.00 | 40 | £20.00 | £0.50 | £1.00 | 40 | 1 | 2 |
| Lime Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £0.85 | £0.02 | £0.04 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Grenadine | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £4.00 | £0.10 | £0.20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Raspberry Syrup | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £1.50 | £0.04 | £0.08 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cranberry Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £0.80 | £0.02 | £0.04 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lemonade | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £0.35 | £0.01 | £0.02 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blur Curacao | Y | 1,000.00 | 20 | £7.00 | £0.18 | £0.35 | 20 | 0.5 | 1 |
| Peach Snaps | Y | 1,000.00 | 18 | £7.00 | £0.18 | £0.35 | 18 | 0.45 | 0.9 |
| Vermout | Y | 750 | 16 | £22.39 | £0.75 | £1.49 | 12 | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Rum | Y | 1,000.00 | 40 | £17.00 | £0.43 | £0.85 | 40 | 1 | 2 |
| Malibu | Y | 1,000.00 | 21 | £14.00 | £0.35 | £0.70 | 21 | 0.525 | 1.05 |
| Pinapple Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £1.10 | £0.03 | £0.06 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Coconut Cream | N | 500 | 0 | £4.99 | £0.25 | £0.50 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kahlua | Y | 500 | 20 | £12.00 | £0.60 | £1.20 | 10 | 0.5 | 1 |
| Sugar Syrup | N | 250 | 0 | £3.00 | £0.30 | £0.60 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Whitley Neill Blood Orange | Y | 1,000.00 | 40 | £30.00 | £0.75 | £1.50 | 40 | 1 | 2 |
| Absolut Vanilla Vodka | Y | 1,000.00 | 40 | £20.00 | £0.50 | £1.00 | 40 | 1 | 2 |
| Passoa | Y | 1,000.00 | 17 | £14.00 | £0.35 | £0.70 | 17 | 0.425 | 0.85 |
| Prosecco | Y | 750 | 13.5 | £14.00 | £0.47 | £0.93 | 10.125 | 0.3375 | 0.68 |
| Tomato Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £0.85 | £0.02 | £0.04 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Orange Liqueur | Y | 700 | 40 | £5.00 | £0.18 | £0.36 | 28 | 1 | 2 |
| Aperol | Y | 700 | 11 | £13.63 | £0.49 | £0.97 | 7.7 | 0.275 | 0.55 |
| Soda Water | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £0.50 | £0.01 | £0.03 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tequila | Y | 700 | 38 | £17.00 | £0.61 | £1.21 | 26.6 | 0.95 | 1.9 |
| Ginger Beer | N | 330 | 0 | £1.80 | £0.14 | £0.27 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bloom Gin | Y | 750 | 40 | £24.00 | £0.80 | £1.60 | 30 | 1 | 2 |
| Pimms No 1 | Y | 1,000.00 | 25 | £20.00 | £0.50 | £1.00 | 25 | 0.625 | 1.25 |
| Creme De Mure | Y | 700 | 16 | £14.70 | £0.53 | £1.05 | 11.2 | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Vermouth | Y | 750 | 15 | £10.00 | £0.33 | £0.67 | 11.25 | 0.375 | 0.75 |
| Absolut Apple Juice | Y | 500 | 35 | £16.00 | £0.80 | £1.60 | 17.5 | 0.875 | 1.75 |
| Ketel One Vodka | Y | 700 | 40 | £22.95 | £0.82 | £1.64 | 28 | 1 | 2 |
| Taboo Vodka | Y | 700 | 14.9 | £9.00 | £0.32 | £0.64 | 10.43 | 0.3725 | 0.75 |
| Chambord – Raspberry Liqueur | Y | 700 | 16.5 | £22.99 | £0.82 | £1.64 | 11.55 | 0.4125 | 0.83 |
| Jagermeister | Y | 700 | 35 | £16.00 | £0.57 | £1.14 | 24.5 | 0.875 | 1.75 |
| Baileys | Y | 1,000.00 | 17 | £24.74 | £0.62 | £1.24 | 17 | 0.425 | 0.85 |
| Cointreau | Y | 700 | 40 | £21.49 | £0.77 | £1.54 | 28 | 1 | 2 |
| Amaretto | Y | 700 | 28 | £15.00 | £0.54 | £1.07 | 19.6 | 0.7 | 1.4 |
| Advocaat | Y | 700 | 17.2 | £17.96 | £0.64 | £1.28 | 12.04 | 0.43 | 0.86 |
| Crème de Menthe | Y | 700 | 21 | £15.50 | £0.55 | £1.11 | 14.7 | 0.525 | 1.05 |
| Honey | N | 680 | 0 | £4.50 | £0.17 | £0.33 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Appletizer | N | 750 | 0 | £2.50 | £0.08 | £0.17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Grapefruit Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £1.25 | £0.03 | £0.06 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Passion Fruit Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £1.00 | £0.03 | £0.05 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Peach Puree | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £6.99 | £0.17 | £0.35 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Elderflower Cordial | N | 750 | 0 | £16.95 | £0.57 | £1.13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Absolut Strawberry Juice Vodka | Y | 500 | 35 | £15.99 | £0.80 | £1.60 | 17.5 | 0.875 | 1.75 |
| Jim Beam Straight Bourbon Whisky | Y | 700 | 40 | £19.45 | £0.69 | £1.39 | 28 | 1 | 2 |
| Coconut Water | N | 330 | 0 | £1.69 | £0.13 | £0.26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rose Wine | Y | 750 | 13.5 | £20.00 | £0.67 | £1.33 | 10.125 | 0.3375 | 0.68 |
| Fresh Apple Juice | N | 1,350.00 | 0 | £3.20 | £0.06 | £0.12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Captain Morgan’s Spiced Rum | Y | 1,000.00 | 35 | £15.00 | £0.38 | £0.75 | 35 | 0.875 | 1.75 |
| BBQ Sauce | N | 480 | 0 | £1.99 | £0.10 | £0.21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black Berry Vodka | Y | 1,500.00 | 17.5 | £11.99 | £0.20 | £0.40 | 26.25 | 0.4375 | 0.88 |
| Creme De Cassis | Y | 700 | 17 | £19.99 | £0.71 | £1.43 | 11.9 | 0.425 | 0.85 |
| Gingerbread Syrup | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £9.35 | £0.23 | £0.47 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Single Cream | N | 180 | 0 | £0.80 | £0.11 | £0.22 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Espresso | N | 11,111.00 | 0 | £3.00 | £0.01 | £0.01 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Grapefruit Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £2.97 | £0.07 | £0.15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lemon Gin | Y | 700 | 41 | £22.99 | £0.82 | £1.64 | 28.7 | 1.025 | 2.05 |
| Ciroc Summer Citrus | Y | 700 | 37.5 | £36.70 | £1.31 | £2.62 | 26.25 | 0.9375 | 1.88 |
| Limoncello | Y | 500 | 26 | £14.50 | £0.73 | £1.45 | 13 | 0.65 | 1.3 |
| Hepple Douglas Fir Vodka | Y | 500 | 41 | £35.00 | £1.75 | £3.50 | 20.5 | 1.025 | 2.05 |
| Watermelon Vodka | Y | 700 | 38 | £21.40 | £0.76 | £1.53 | 26.6 | 0.95 | 1.9 |
| Watermelon Juice | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £2.99 | £0.07 | £0.15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mount Gay Golden Rum | Y | 700 | 40 | £18.00 | £0.64 | £1.29 | 28 | 1 | 2 |
| Captain Morgan’s Dark Rum | Y | 700 | 40 | £17.00 | £0.61 | £1.21 | 28 | 1 | 2 |
| Angostura Bitters | Y | 200 | 44.7 | £9.96 | £1.25 | £2.49 | 8.94 | 1.1175 | 2.24 |
| Woodford Reserve | Y | 700 | 43.2 | £32.00 | £1.14 | £2.29 | 30.24 | 1.08 | 2.16 |
| Fireball Cinnamon Whisky | Y | 1,000.00 | 33 | £22.00 | £0.55 | £1.10 | 33 | 0.825 | 1.65 |
| Creme de Mure | Y | 700 | 16 | £15.89 | £0.57 | £1.14 | 11.2 | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Campari | Y | 700 | 25 | £13.00 | £0.46 | £0.93 | 17.5 | 0.625 | 1.25 |
| Spiced Gin | Y | 700 | 42 | £28.40 | £1.01 | £2.03 | 29.4 | 1.05 | 2.1 |
| Cinnamon Syrup | N | 1,000.00 | 0 | £11.95 | £0.30 | £0.60 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tequila Rose | Y | 700 | 15 | £15.99 | £0.57 | £1.14 | 10.5 | 0.375 | 0.75 |
