Cooking Alcohol Substitution Calculator
Find perfect alcohol substitutions for cooking and calculate equivalent measurements
Alcohol to Substitute
🔄 Substitution Options
👨🍳 Substitution Tips
• Start with less substitute and adjust to taste
• Consider the acidity and sweetness of substitutes
• Some substitutes may change cooking time
🍷 Wine Substitutions
Red WineGrape juice + vinegar
White WineWhite grape juice + lemon
Cooking WineStock + vinegar
Dry VermouthWhite wine vinegar
🍺 Beer Substitutions
Light BeerChicken/veg stock
Dark BeerBeef stock + soy sauce
StoutCoffee + stock
LagerGinger ale (non-alcoholic)
🥃 Spirit Substitutions
RumVanilla + almond extract
BrandyApple juice + vanilla
WhiskeyPeach nectar + vanilla
VodkaWater + lemon juice
🍯 Dessert Wine Substitutions
SherryApple juice + vanilla
PortGrape juice + honey
MarsalaWhite grape juice + brandy extract
MadeiraWhite grape juice + sherry vinegar
🔄 Understanding Alcohol Substitutions
Flavour Profile: Alcohol adds unique flavours to dishes. Choose substitutes that complement the dish's flavour profile.
Acidity: Many alcoholic ingredients add acidity. Vinegar, citrus juice, or wine vinegar can provide similar acidity.
Sweetness: Some wines and spirits add sweetness. Grape juice, apple juice, or a touch of honey can substitute this element.
Cooking Function: Alcohol helps tenderise meat and deglaze pans. Stock or acidulated water can serve similar functions.
🍳 Cooking Without Alcohol Tips
- Taste as you go: Non-alcoholic substitutes may need adjusting during cooking
- Reduce liquid: Some substitutes are less concentrated than alcohol
- Add extracts: Vanilla, almond, or rum extract can add depth of flavour
- Use acids: Vinegar, lemon juice, or wine vinegar can brighten flavours
- Consider umami: Soy sauce, mushroom stock, or Worcestershire sauce add complexity