How to Use the Cocktail API MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I add the Cocktail API MCP Server to Cursor?

Add the server to your .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root. Once saved, Cursor can access all eight cocktail tools in Agent mode.

Q: Can I use Cocktail API to test search UI in Cursor?

Yes. Cursor can call searchcocktails to feed real-time search results into your local UI components while you are coding.

Generate code using live drink recipes and ingredient data inside Cursor.

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Inject live drink data into Cursor code

The `search_cocktails` tool feeds real-time recipe structures directly to Cursor's editor during code generation. Instead of typing mock data, your agent pulls actual ingredient lists to populate your database seeds. This means you build your menu app with accurate specs from the start. Cursor writes the frontend components using the live payload, eliminating layout bugs caused by unexpected recipe lengths.

Auto-generate ingredient filters in Cursor

The `get_cocktails_by_ingredients` tool allows Cursor to test complex filtering logic against real drink databases. You write the filter function, and the editor executes it using live ingredient parameters. Integrating this MCP Server stops you from guessing API structures. Cursor writes the parser code, tests it with the tool output, and refines the types instantly.

Rapid menu populating in Cursor

The `get_classic_margaritas` and `get_classic_martinis` tools fetch complete recipe arrays straight into your active Cursor workspace. You can instantly scaffold a classic drink database without scraping the web. The MCP Server passes structured JSON arrays right to Cursor. Immediately, the editor uses this clean data to build and test your component rendering logic on the fly.

Setup guide

Set up Cocktail API MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Cocktail API MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Cocktail API transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Cocktail API tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cocktail-api-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Cocktail API MCP in Cursor

Yes. Ask Cursor to write a TypeScript interface based on the live schema returned by the Cocktail API, and the editor will generate it instantly.

Add the server to your `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root. Once saved, Cursor can access all eight cocktail tools in Agent mode.

Yes. Cursor can call `search_cocktails` to feed real-time search results into your local UI components while you are coding.

Yes. Cursor uses the MCP connection to fetch real recipe structures, allowing it to write exact parsing code for your ingredient-based search features.

No. The API only receives the search queries and ingredient names you actively look up. Your local source code, proprietary drink databases, and custom recipe modifications never leave your machine.

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