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$4.79
cost
262
cal
21%
ABV
2/5
NA score
2.8
std drinks
15.4g
sugar
Horse's Neck
An easy brandy cocktail built on brandy.
The Recipe
- brandy2 oz
- ginger ale4 oz
- angostura bitters2 oz
Flavor Profile
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$4.79
Bar price
$10–$13
You save
$5.21
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| brandy | 2 oz | $1.42 |
| ginger ale | 4 oz | $0.42 |
| angostura bitters | 2 oz | $2.96 |
| Total pour cost | $4.79 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
262
Sugar
15.4g
ABV
21%
Std drinks
2.8
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| brandy | 128 | 48.9% |
| angostura bitters | 90 | 34.4% |
| ginger ale | 44 | 16.8% |
Carbs: 15.4g
Alcohol: 39.2g
Volume: 8 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
2/5Convertibility
Original cost
$4.79
Zero-proof cost
$8.12
Not recommended for conversion. This recipe leans too heavily on the original spirit structure.
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| brandy | Seedlip Zero Proof Spirit(Seedlip) | $2.68 |
| ginger ale | Seedlip Zero Proof Spirit(Seedlip) | $5.36 |
| angostura bitters | Kept | $0.07 |
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
charcuterieduck rilletteapple tartdark chocolate tartapple pievanilla panna cottaice creamaged cheddargoat cheesetriple cream brieribeyeburgershort ribssteak frites
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Horse's Neck?
- 2 oz brandy, 4 oz ginger ale, 2 oz angostura bitters.
- How much does a Horse's Neck cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Horse's Neck is $4.79 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Horse's Neck?
- A Horse's Neck has approximately 262 calories, with 21% ABV and 15.4g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Horse's Neck?
- Yes — the Horse's Neck has a convertibility score of 2/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $8.12.