What can I use instead of Sugar in a cocktail?

What can I use instead of Sugar?

Sugar appears in 11 recipes in the Bart library. Here is what to reach for when you do not have it.

The short answer

Use Bar Sugar, a superfine sugar for cocktails.

Substitute	What it is	ABV	Used in
Bar Sugar	A superfine sugar for cocktails.	—	—

Going the other way: Sugar is itself a listed substitute for Bar Sugar.

This page lists every option. Bart checks them against the bottles in your bar and only suggests the ones you can actually reach for.

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Affected recipes

Brandy Crusta

A classic citrusy cocktail with brandy, orange curaçao, and maraschino liqueur.

Caipirinha

A refreshing Brazilian cocktail made with muddled lime, sugar, and cachaça.

Champagne Cocktail

A refreshing and bubbly cocktail made with champagne and bitters.

Classic Sangria

A refreshing and fruity Spanish classic, perfect for gatherings.

Lemon Drop Martini

A tart and sweet vodka-based cocktail with a sugared rim.

Old Fashioned

A timeless cocktail made with bourbon, sugar, and bitters.

Porto Flip

A rich and velvety cocktail blending ruby port, cognac, and a whole egg.

Rum Old Fashioned

A bold and classic cocktail featuring dark rum with a touch of sweetness and bitterness.

Sazerac

A potent, classic cocktail made with whiskey, bitters, and a touch of absinthe.

Sidecar

A classic cocktail with cognac, triple sec, and lemon juice.

Tequila Daisy

A bright, refreshing tequila cocktail with citrus and a hint of sweetness.