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$5.95
cost
264
cal
41.8%
ABV
2/5
NA score
3.13
std drinks
10g
sugar
Monte Carlo
An easy whiskey cocktail built on rye whiskey.
The Recipe
- rye whiskey2 oz
- bénédictine0.5 oz
- angostura bitters2 oz
Flavor Profile
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$5.95
Bar price
$13–$16
You save
$7.05
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| rye whiskey | 2 oz | $2.21 |
| bénédictine | 0.5 oz | $0.79 |
| angostura bitters | 2 oz | $2.96 |
| Total pour cost | $5.95 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
264
Sugar
10g
ABV
41.8%
Std drinks
3.13
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| rye whiskey | 128 | 48.6% |
| angostura bitters | 90 | 34.2% |
| benedictine | 45.5 | 17.3% |
Carbs: 10g
Alcohol: 43.9g
Volume: 4.5 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
2/5Convertibility
Original cost
$5.36
Zero-proof cost
$3.27
Not recommended for conversion. This recipe leans too heavily on the original spirit structure.
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| rye whiskey | Ritual Zero Proof Whiskey Alternative(Ritual) | $2.52 |
| benedictine | Seedlip Zero Proof Aperitif(Seedlip) | $0.67 |
| 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
whiskeysalted nutscitrus olivesribeyeburgershort ribssteak fritesaged cheddargoat cheesetriple cream briecharcuteriedark chocolate tartapple pievanilla panna cottaice creamhot wingsgreen curryjerk chickenspicy tuna rolls
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Monte Carlo?
- 2 oz rye whiskey, 0.5 oz bénédictine, 2 oz angostura bitters.
- How much does a Monte Carlo cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Monte Carlo is $5.95 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Monte Carlo?
- A Monte Carlo has approximately 264 calories, with 41.8% ABV and 10g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Monte Carlo?
- Yes — the Monte Carlo has a convertibility score of 2/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $3.27.