Pages
Home
My Bar
Cocktails
Listmania
A.I. Search
Level-up
Ingredients
Log in
Cocktails we love
Saint Clement’s
Saint Clement’s Lemon-Lime soda, Orange juice
Whiskey Collins
Whiskey Collins Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Angostura Bitters, Soda water, Sugar / simple Syrup
Cadillac Margarita
Cadillac Margarita Tequila Blanco, Orange liqueur, Triple Sec, Agave syrup, Lime juice, Lemon Juice, Salt
Strawberry Fizz
Strawberry Fizz Vodka, Strawberry Schnapps, Lemonade
Ultima Palabra
Ultima Palabra Green Chartreuse, Mezcal, Pineapple Juice, Lime juice, Maraschino Cherry, Water
Level up
Mastering the Shake
Shaken or Stirred?
The History of the Manhattan
Pairing Cocktails with Food
Muddling - The Why, What, and How?
No results found
esc to close
enter to select
Congratulations!

Welcome to Make Me a Cocktail PREMIUM - where your cocktail adventure begins!

We're absolutely delighted to have you join our community of spirited enthusiasts. As a premium member, you've just unlocked a shaker full of exciting features: from crafting personalized cocktail lists, jotting down those tasty tasting notes and using our most advanced AI-driven cocktail tools.

Our platform is your playground to mix, mingle, and explore the vibrant world of cocktails, so get shaking and get mixing!
Congratulations!

Welcome to Make Me a Cocktail - where your cocktail adventure begins!

We're absolutely delighted to have you join our community of spirited enthusiasts. You've just unlocked a shaker full of exciting features: from crafting personalized cocktail lists, jotting down those tasty tasting notes and storing your bar for future use.

Our platform is your playground to mix, mingle, and explore the vibrant world of cocktails, so get shaking and get mixing!
Congratulations!

You've just been upgraded to our super amazing PREMIUM membership - where your new cocktail adventure begins!

We're absolutely delighted to have you join our community of spirited enthusiasts. As a premium member, you've just unlocked a shaker full of exciting features: from crafting personalized cocktail lists, jotting down those tasty tasting notes and using our most advanced AI-driven cocktail tools.

Our platform is your playground to mix, mingle, and explore the vibrant world of cocktails, so get shaking and get mixing!
You need to be registered for that

You want to start using some of our amazing tools, and not lose your bar ingredients. Register for free!

  • Save your bar forever, without loosing it when you close the window
  • Access to Cocktail Colin; ask Cocktail Colin anything on an individual cocktail and he'll give you the answers you need.
  • Access to more Cocktail Creator credits, allowing you to create more wonderful concoctions.
  • Save cocktails to personalised 'Tried' and 'Want to try' lists
  • Create and record tasting notes on cocktails
  • Create lists of cocktails to share with friends and family
  • Like and dislike cocktails, finding these collections easily later on
  • Find out what to buy next, with personalised recommendations for your next ingredient
  • A personalised MyBar URL, allowing you to share everything you can make with friends
  • And much more ... (measurement choices, search personalisation...)
see more
Login / register
Social share
Toggle white / black
Premium

Join thousands of premium members and get access to this and a heap more.

You want to be an even better mixologist, get access to cutting-edge tools and use the power of AI to create wonderful cocktails.

    Personalised Cocktail Mastery

  • Cocktail recipe masterclass tips
  • Access to Cocktail Connie
  • Cocktail creator plus

    • Supercharged Tools

  • Serving size alteration
  • Powerful A.I. search
  • All menu creator themes

    • Smarter Home Bar Management

  • Photo your bar
  • Ignore kitchen cupboard staples
  • Personal My Bar image

    • A Cleaner Experience

  • No ads, no intrusions
  • ... and so much more ...
Learn more Register and get premium
logo

Make Me a Cocktail

Mudball
Cocktail recipe

Rating

3.98 / 5

Can you make this?

Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.

This is a brilliant summer drink. It looks like mud but tastes like heaven! ... more

This is a brilliant summer drink. It looks like mud but tastes like heaven!
Check out all our FAQ's on this cocktail
Base ingredient
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vodka
Calories
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
173 calories
Alcohol content
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12% | 3.6 units *

Tags

Vodka ingredient icon
Vodka cocktails
Aniseed liqueur ingredient icon
Top ten Aniseed liqueur cocktails

Highball glass

Ingredients

oz
ml
cl
Vodka cocktail ingredient icon for the Mudball cocktail
Vodka
Aniseed liqueur cocktail ingredient icon for the Mudball cocktail
Aniseed liqueur
Cola cocktail ingredient icon for the Mudball cocktail
Cola
Serves:
-
+
cocktail colin avatar

Cocktail Colin says:

4/5

The Mudball's unassuming look belies its heavenly taste, blending vodka's smoothness with aniseed liqueur's unique spiced intensity. Cola rounds this mix out with a sweet and bubbly charm, making it an unexpectedly delightful summer choice.

Method
How to make a Mudball

Serves 1 · Takes 3 minutes
Vodka 60ml, Aniseed liqueur 30ml, Cola Top up
Add the Pernod and vodka to tall glass
Fill the glass with coke and plenty of ice
Stir and serve

Power tips
Elevate the Mudball with these master mixologist tips

Upgrade to premium

And receive world class tips on how to raise your cocktails to the next level.

Find out more
Upgrade to premium to receive power tips from top bartenders around the world. Raise you mixology game.
Read the tweaks that take this simple cocktail to the next level of greatness. Become the next best mixologist which people all talk about.

Learn more about some of the mixology terms used in this cocktail

·  Stir  · 

Your private tasting notes

~ Register as a user for free to create tasting notes, save your bar and more ~

Comments

Featured in

~ Not featured in any of your lists, or any public lists, register as a user to create a list and add this cocktail. We'll then show the lists here ~

FAQ's

Serving suggestions icon

What is the ideal glassware for serving a Mudball cocktail?

The ideal glassware for serving a Mudball cocktail is a Highball glass. This type of glass complements the volume and the aesthetics of the cocktail, ensuring a pleasant drinking experience.

Ingredient substitutions icon

Can I substitute the aniseed liqueur in a Mudball cocktail with something else?

Yes, if you're not fond of aniseed liqueur or if it's not available, you could substitute it with sambuca or any other anise-flavored liqueur to retain the cocktail's characteristic flavor profile.

Preparation techniques icon

What is the best method to combine the ingredients of a Mudball cocktail?

The best method to combine the ingredients of a Mudball cocktail is by pouring the vodka and aniseed liqueur into a Highball glass filled with ice, then topping it up with cola. This mixture should be gently stirred to ensure the flavors are well combined without being overly diluted.

Alcohol content comparison icon

How does the alcohol content in a Mudball cocktail compare to other popular cocktails?

A Mudball cocktail has an alcohol content of approximately 12%, which places it on the lower end of the spectrum compared to more potent cocktails like a Martini or a Manhattan. It's considered a moderately strong drink, making it suitable for occasions where you prefer a milder alcoholic beverage.

Occasion suitability icon

What occasions are best suited for serving Mudball cocktails?

Given its moderate alcohol content and unique flavor profile, the Mudball cocktail is best suited for casual gatherings or parties where a variety of tastes are being catered to. Its novelty and distinctive taste can make it a conversation starter or an interesting choice for themed events.

Upgrade your mixology

Become a member for free taking your cocktail making skills up to level 11. Or become a premium member to rise to cocktail greatness.

  • Save your bar forever
  • Access to our Cocktail Creator, allowing you to create your own wonderful concoctions.
  • Access to Cocktail Colin; ask Cocktail Colin anything on an individual cocktail and he'll give you the answers you need.
  • Create personalised cocktail menus for all your events, bars or parties
  • Save cocktails to personalised 'Tried' and 'Want to try' lists
  • Create and record tasting notes on cocktails
  • Create lists of cocktails to share with friends and family
  • A personalised MyBar URL, allowing you to share everything you can make with friends
  • And much more ... (what to buy next, measurement choices, search personalisation...)
Register now for free Find out more about premium

Have you tried our Wordpress Plugin?

Download our plugin and embed cocktail recipes directly onto your own site or blog.

Choose from our whole recipe database, or choose a specific cocktail made with a certain ingredient, and let us place a beautiful recipe on your own site.

Find out more

You might also like

Experience this sweet and tart raspberry delight

Raspberry Martini

Vodka, Raspberry liqueur, Sugar / simple Syrup, Raspberry

Experience this vodka-lime and cola sensation

The BEMCo

Vodka, Lime juice, Cola, Sugar / simple Syrup

Dive into this vibrant watermelon and vodka fusion.

Watermelon Fruitini

Vodka, Sugar / simple Syrup, Watermelon

Explore this savory olive and vodka classic.

Dirty Martini

Vodka, White vermouth, Olive Juice
* US units estimated based on the standard alcohol content of the ingredients used and the proportions in the recipe. Please drink responsibly.
build your bar

Create a cocktail

Choose a theme and some ingredients, give us some description and we'll create an amazing cocktail for you.

Register as a Premium Make Me a Cocktail community member and get access to an even more powerful creator.

Start creating

Build your bar

Tell us what you have at home and we’ll find a delicious cocktail for you to make right now.

Register as a Make Me a Cocktail community member and we’ll save your ingredients list so you can come back to it at any time.

Create My Bar
build your bar light mode image
Jump
Top
Ingredients
Method
Power tips
Tasting notes
Comments
Featured in
FAQs
Cocktail Colin

Cocktail Colin

Your cocktail expert

Cocktail Colin

Hi! I'm Cocktail Colin

Ask me anything about this cocktail - how to make it, substitutions, variations, or any other questions!

Colin is thinking...
Become a member to access Cocktail Colin

Become a member (for free) to pick Cocktail Colin's cocktail filled brain on everything on this cocktail, from substitutions, if you can use what you have, to serving suggestions and more.

Become a member