# Vector Bar - Cocktail Recipes — Mixology Made Easy! > Cocktail recipe discovery and mixology assistant with ingredient scanning. (iPhone/iPad app by Hallway Labs, Inc.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-bar-cocktail-recipes/id6443992705 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Hallway Labs, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651251426) - Category: Food & Drink, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.60/5 from 72 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 26.0 · 116 MB - Languages: European Spanish, American English - Released: 2022-12-23 - Data updated: 2026-08-28 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-bar-cocktail-recipes/id6443992705/reviews.md ## What is Vector Bar? Transform Your Home Into a World-Class Cocktail Bar Whether you're impressing guests or perfecting your craft, Vector Bar makes you the mixologist you've always wanted to be. INSTANTLY KNOW WHAT YOU CAN MAKE • Scan your bar ingredients and see cocktails you can make RIGHT NOW • Get smart recommendations for your next liquor store trip • Never waste money on bottles that don't unlock new drinks SEARCH LIKE A PRO • "Bourbon + Honey" → Gold Rush, Democrat, Hot Toddy • "Pegu Club" → Classic cocktails from legendary bars • "-Mezcal" → Exclude ingredients you don't like DESIGNED FOR REAL BARTENDING • Step-by-step recipes that actually work • Built-in timers for perfect shakes and stirs • Scale recipes from single servings to party batches • Never lose your place mid-cocktail LEVEL UP YOUR SKILLS • 500+ recipes from world-renowned mixologists • Rate and track every drink you make • Share creations with friends and get feedback • Create custom recipes and ingredients TRUSTED BY 10,000+ HOME BARTENDERS "The best cocktail app in the App Store" - 5-star review Premium Features: • Instant cloud sync across all devices • Custom recipe creation • Advanced search filters • Global cocktail map with history Start your cocktail journey today. Download Vector Bar and make your first perfect cocktail tonight. ## Key features - Scan ingredients to find available cocktails - Smart ingredient recommendations - Search cocktails by ingredients or name - Step-by-step recipe instructions - Built-in timers for mixing - Scale recipes for batches - Create custom recipes ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Premium (Yearly) | $14.99 | per year | | Premium (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month | | Premium (Yearly) | $9.99 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 16) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vector-bar-cocktail-recipes/id6443992705/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Feeling a bit bait and switch *2025-11-09* I’ve been happily using this app since their first advertisement on Accidental Tech Podcast in June of 2023. Every year, the renewal comes up, and I re-up because I just get so much value out of it. I’ve disappointedly watched development and updates slow down over years. We even used to get regular newsletters but I haven’t seen that in over a year. That’s not great, but the app has continued to work. So I have been happy enough with it. To be honest, I thought the app was abandoned. But now to my surprise, it turns out it’s getting updates again! Only now, it REQUIRES os26 which I can’t use due to my need to be able to read what’s in my user interfaces. Apple isn’t even pushing to everyone yet. Regardless of the reasoning, the app authors have made their choices. They made a bet that I would care more about this app that they ignored than I would about usability of my entire computing device. They chose poorly. The situation now is that they are taking my recurring payment and I’m not getting anything in return. If there was a one-time payment, I wouldn’t have any issue; buy something once, get what you purchased at the time. Unfortunately, that isn’t an option. When app developers think it’s okay to rug pull and change the deal, all we can do is to stop supporting that behavior. I will be cancelling my subscription and getting a refund for the remaining balance. If the situation should change in the future, I would be happy to return and to update my review. **Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback! We have been updating the app regularly as can be seen in the version history. It’s important for us to keep up with Apple’s operating system and focusing on the latest version allows us to maximize our efforts. Hopefully in the future the new iOS will better support your needs and we can then work to earn you back as a customer! ### 4/5 — Best cocktail app I know *2025-01-04* Really like this app and it’s the best one I know of for cocktails. I like the ability to add my own recipes, find drinks and manage my pantry and know what I can make right now. I like the interface and think the app is worth the subscription. What I want to see to give five stars would be a web interface in addition to just the app, and the ability to import recipes from a web page or other means. This ability is available in many food based recipe managers. ### 5/5 — Really like this *2024-03-03* Came here from their ad on Accidental Tech Podcast a while ago. I’ve now been using it for more than six months and really enjoying it. ### 5/5 — So useful *2023-12-09* I LOVE this app. Was recommended to me by a bartender friend. I can add all my ingredients and end up with a big list of fun drinks to try. Also helpful is the suggestions on which bottles to pickup next. These are based on what will add the greatest number of additional cocktails recipes in conjunction with what you already have. Of all the apps I pay for, this one has the best ROI. ### 4/5 — I see the potential *2023-10-29* I’ve sat on this app for a bit. I added my ingredients and saw the suggested cocktails, but wasn’t super blown away. The format of recipes is solid. It just needs content. I’d like an easier way to search and filter content. The current page to filter by singular subjects like: ingredient, temperature, base is interesting but I’d like to see this integrated into the actual search function. **Developer response:** Hi, please send us a note at team@vectorbar.app with some example searches that we should add! We’d love to improve that. ### 3/5 — App got freeze *2023-10-16* Hi. I’ve sent an email to you guys few weeks ago about my apps got freeze. Is there any update about it please? I need to use it at work. And I have paid for it. **Developer response:** Hi Gibson, We think we fixed this bug in our latest release, version 3.3. Thank you for all of your help in tracking this down - it was a tricky one! Please give it a try and let us know if it's working. We'd love for you to update your review and let us know what else you'd like to see in the app! ### 1/5 — Settings crash the app *2023-10-16* When I attempt to press the settings button the app freezes and totally locks up. **Developer response:** Thank you for letting us know. We think we fixed this bug in our latest release, version 3.3. Please give it a try and let us know if it's working. We'd love for you to update your review and let us know what else you'd like to see in the app! ### 5/5 — Makes it easy *2023-07-30* As an at home “bartender”, I absolutely love this app. I’m able to easily look up recipes, create my own, and rate drinks I’ve tried so I don’t have to try to remember which I would like to make again. Regular updates. Actual responses from service. Worth the subscription imo. ### 5/5 — Thank you *2023-06-14* I really enjoy making cocktails do someone in my family bought a year pro subscription expecting to family share. Sadly family sharing isn’t available but we emailed them and they gave me a free gift pro subscription instead. ### 2/5 — Meh *2023-05-05* Looks interesting but more than half of the cocktails it suggested were hidden in the free version. Maybe it’s priced fairly but I don’t want to pay for $15 just to find out. Also though, Google is free. **Developer response:** Mike, thanks for the review - we'll keep working to add more value to the app. While many of the recipes are available online we have created features on top of those like tracking what you can make with the items in your personal bar as well as your history of favorites (or things you didn't like). Our goal is to provide the easiest possible way to find new drinks that you enjoy. BTW, if you'd like to try to app fully-featured, you can always start the free trial and cancel it before Apple charges your card (easy to cancel, no strings attached). ## Frequently asked questions about Vector Bar ### What does Vector Bar do? Vector Bar helps you discover cocktails you can make based on the ingredients you have. It offers step-by-step recipes, smart recommendations for shopping, and tools to help you mix drinks like a professional. You can also search for specific cocktails or ingredients. ### What are the key features of Vector Bar? Key features include scanning your bar ingredients to see available cocktails, receiving smart recommendations for future purchases, searching for drinks by name or ingredients, and following step-by-step recipes with built-in timers. You can also scale recipes for larger batches and create your own custom drinks. ### Is Vector Bar free to use? The app is free to download and use, offering a substantial library of recipes and core features. Premium features, such as instant cloud sync, custom recipe creation, advanced search filters, and a global cocktail map, are available through in-app purchases. ### Who is Vector Bar for? This app is designed for anyone interested in making cocktails at home, from beginners looking to learn the basics to experienced home bartenders wanting to expand their repertoire. It's ideal for those who want to impress guests or simply enjoy crafting delicious drinks. ### Can I create my own cocktail recipes? Yes, you can create your own custom recipes and ingredients within the app. This feature allows you to experiment and save your unique concoctions. Custom recipe creation is available as a premium feature. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.3 — 2026-04-23 Ingredient freshness tracking is here — color-coded labels in My Ingredients show how long perishables like vermouth and fresh juice have been open. Plus 3 new recipes: Sazquatch, Christmas Cheer, and Bitter Ward! ### 4.2 — 2025-12-12 bug fixes and 3 new recipes ### 4.1 — 2025-10-21 - Sip on five fresh creations: Chicorita, Haunted Pumpkin Patch Margarita, Paper Starship, Okie Dokie Artichokie, and Hopscotch. - Related cocktails from the runner are tappable again, making it easy to explore while you mix. - Search UI tweaks keep your bar browsing smooth and glitch-free. Cheers, and thanks Tyson W, Edmund O, J McKoy, and Gabe N for the recipe inspiration! ### 4.0 — 2025-10-13 Liquid Glass UI updates throughout the app to better match the modern iOS interface - iOS 26 now required. New cocktail recipe: Rabo-de-Galo ### 3.19 — 2025-09-12 - My Cheers: Tap cocktail logs to see full details (photos, comments, ratings). - Editing recipes now auto-saves when leaving the app to prevent data loss. ## Apps similar to Vector Bar | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Mixel - Cocktail Recipes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mixel-cocktail-recipes/id1280464759) | 4.8 (1,509) | Free | Food & Drink | | [Cocktail Party: Drink Recipes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cocktail-party-drink-recipes/id928904094) | 4.5 (216) | $3.99 | Food & Drink | | [iBartender Cocktail Recipes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibartender-cocktail-recipes/id286574416) | 4.0 (4) | $0.99 | Food & Drink | | [My Bar - Cocktail Recipes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-bar-cocktail-recipes/id1571491637) | 4.6 (1,192) | Free | Food & Drink | | [Cookpad: Recipe & Meal Planner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookpad-recipe-and-meal-planner/id585332633) | 4.4 (7,320) | Free | Food & Drink | | [Kitchen Stories Easy Recipes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kitchen-stories-easy-recipes/id771068291) | 4.8 (22,791) | Free | Food & Drink | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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