DrinkMasters Collection
$3.82
cost
150
cal
19.6%
ABV
2/5
NA score
1.3
std drinks
5g
sugar
Bamboo
An easy aperitif cocktail built on aperitif.
The Recipe
- dry vermouth1.5 oz
- sherry (fino)1.5 oz
- orange bitters1 oz
Flavor Profile
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$3.82
Bar price
$13–$16
You save
$9.18
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| dry vermouth | 1.5 oz | $0.59 |
| sherry (fino) | 1.5 oz | $0.83 |
| orange bitters | 1 oz | $2.40 |
| Total pour cost | $3.82 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
150
Sugar
5g
ABV
19.6%
Std drinks
1.3
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| dry vermouth | 54 | 36% |
| sherry (fino) | 54 | 36% |
| orange bitters | 42 | 28% |
Carbs: 5g
Alcohol: 18.3g
Volume: 4 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
2/5Convertibility
Original cost
$3.82
Zero-proof cost
$4.16
Not recommended for conversion. This recipe leans too heavily on the original spirit structure.
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| dry vermouth | Lyre's Aperitif Dry(Lyre's) | $2.03 |
| sherry (fino) | Seedlip Zero Proof Aperitif(Seedlip) | $2.01 |
| orange bitters | Kept | $0.12 |
Flavor notes
Bitters stay at a trace level for aroma and structure rather than full proof impact.
One or more swaps are estimated. Taste and adjust citrus or sweetener to rebalance.
Pairs Well With
aperitifsalted nutscitrus olivesmarinated olivesfried artichokesdeviled eggsmargherita pizzacacio e pepeprosciuttorisottoaged cheddargoat cheesetriple cream briecharcuterie
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Bamboo?
- 1.5 oz dry vermouth, 1.5 oz sherry (fino), 1 oz orange bitters.
- How much does a Bamboo cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Bamboo is $3.82 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Bamboo?
- A Bamboo has approximately 150 calories, with 19.6% ABV and 5g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Bamboo?
- Yes — the Bamboo has a convertibility score of 2/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $4.16.