Surprise me with something tangy but not too sweet.

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I have just the thing for you! A tangy cocktail with a perfect balance of sweetness.
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You asked: Tangy cocktails with balanced sweetness. We found 9 cocktails answering the question.
Trinidad Sour
The Trinidad Sour is a distinctive cocktail that flips the script on traditional sour recipes by using a generous amount...
Lemon Juice 20ml, Angostura Bitters 30ml, Rye Whiskey 15ml, Orgeat Syrup 30ml
Sourz #2
The Sourz #2 cocktail is a fruity and refreshing beverage with a sweet and slightly tart flavor profile. It combines...
Vodka 240ml, Pineapple Juice Top Up, Apple liqueur 480ml
Sourz
The Sourz cocktail is a vibrant and fruity concoction designed to tantalize the taste buds with a mix of citrus...
Lemonade Top up, Apple liqueur 60ml, Tropical Sourz 60ml, Raspberry liqueur 60ml
Tango Mango
The Tango Mango is a vibrant and fruity cocktail that dances on the palate with its tropical and refreshing flavors....
White rum 60ml, Lemon Juice 15ml, Soda water 30ml, Grenadine 30ml, Mango Juice 30ml
Michelada Verde
A twist on the Michelada cocktail, this cocktail adds a kick with a combination of Tabasco® Sauce and Tabasco® Green...
Lime juice 15ml, Pineapple Juice 30ml, Lime Wedge, Tabasco Sauce Dash, Lager 240ml
The Vietnam
This delicious and sweet cocktail is named The Vietnam because it was created the night before a friend left for...
Vodka 30ml, Melon liqueur 30ml, Lemonade 200ml, Lime Cordial 30ml, Lime Wedge, Frangelico 30ml
Fruit Tingle
The Fruit Tingle cocktail is a vibrant and refreshing drink that captures the spirited essence of fruit-infused beverages. Echoing the...
Vodka 30ml, Soda water Top up, Raspberry Syrup 15ml, Blue Curaçao 15ml
Tipple
The Tipple is a vibrant and refreshing cocktail ideal for those looking for a fruity and slightly tropical drink experience....
Pineapple Juice 30ml, Blue Taboo 60ml, Lemonade Top Up
Trendies
The cocktail named Trendies is a sweet, fruity concoction with a striking color palette that combines the sharpness of vodka...
Vodka 15ml, Cointreau 30ml, Grenadine 30ml, Blue Curaçao 15ml, Peach Juice 45ml
FAQ's
We've collated some quick fire Q&A's on the question to help you find exactly what you're looking for.

What makes a cocktail tangy?
A tangy cocktail typically includes ingredients like citrus fruits or tart flavors that provide a sharp and vibrant taste.

How can I balance the sweetness and tanginess in a cocktail?
To balance sweetness and tanginess, you can use a combination of sweet syrups or juices and tangy ingredients like lemon or lime juice.

Is grenadine sweet or tangy?
Grenadine is primarily sweet but can add a slight tartness depending on the quantity used in a cocktail.

Can tropical fruits be used for tangy cocktails?
Yes, tropical fruits like mango, pineapple, and passion fruit can provide a tangy flavor with a hint of sweetness.

What is a good soda to use for a tangy cocktail?
Soda water or lemonade can be good choices for maintaining a tangy flavor in a cocktail without adding too much sweetness.

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