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Create a recipe-discovery prototype with ingredient and glass information.
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The shared key 1 is a development/education test key. Public app-store releases need a production key; some endpoints are premium.
Check current provider documentation ↗Your first request
Start with this documented example. Replace credential placeholders with your own test credentials. Browser execution depends on the provider’s CORS policy.
curl --request GET 'https://www.thecocktaildb.com/api/json/v1/1/search.php?s=margarita'Practical questions
What can I build with TheCocktailDB?+
Create a recipe-discovery prototype with ingredient and glass information.
Does TheCocktailDB need authentication?+
The reviewed example is listed as “Test key”. The shared key 1 is a development/education test key. Public app-store releases need a production key; some endpoints are premium.
Can I call TheCocktailDB from a browser?+
Browser access depends on the provider’s CORS policy for your origin, method, and headers. The playground makes a direct request and cannot bypass those restrictions.
Sources & confidence
Provider documentation was reviewed on 16 September 2026. This is not a live availability test or an endorsement.
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