How to Use the CocktailFyi MCP in Windsurf

Q: How does CocktailFyi work with Cascade in Windsurf?

Cascade chains tools like listcocktails autonomously. It executes multiple steps to build menus without asking for permission.

Q: Can I search for specific ingredients using CocktailFyi in Windsurf?

Yes, Cascade uses searchcocktails and getingredient to find matches. It scans names, ingredients, and guides in one go.

Q: What happens if a recipe has complex preparation steps?

Cascade calls listtechniques to pull step-by-step instructions. It explains the exact mechanics of shaking, stirring, or muddling.

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Autonomous Recipe Research

Let Cascade run wild on drink curation. When you ask Windsurf for a custom menu, it doesn't just stop at one recipe; it chains `list_cocktails` and `get_cocktail` to pull exact specs. It checks ABV, prep times, and flavor profiles to build a balanced list for your project. Cascade handles the back-and-forth so you don't have to. It automatically runs `search_cocktails` to find drinks matching your specific ingredients and compiles them into clean markdown tables inside your editor.

Windsurf Mixology Integration

Bring professional bar knowledge straight into your codebase. Cascade uses `list_techniques` and `list_guides` to explain complex prep methods like fat-washing or double-straining. Your agent writes the logic while pulling real, verified culinary techniques. Instead of guessing ingredient pairings, Windsurf queries `get_ingredient` to parse flavor profiles. This lets your agent build intelligent recipe recommendation engines with accurate culinary data.

Live MCP Server Auditing

Keep your drink apps accurate with live database metrics. This MCP Server lets Cascade monitor the CocktailFyi dataset using `get_cocktail_stats` to verify content counts and categories. Your agent runs `list_categories` to map out the entire taxonomy. It builds dynamic routing for your cocktail apps based on real-time database structures.

Setup guide

Set up CocktailFyi MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

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

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the CocktailFyi MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my CocktailFyi payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the CocktailFyi tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

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

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Common questions about CocktailFyi MCP in Windsurf

Cascade chains tools like `list_cocktails` autonomously. It executes multiple steps to build menus without asking for permission.

Yes, Cascade uses `search_cocktails` and `get_ingredient` to find matches. It scans names, ingredients, and guides in one go.

Open your settings and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Cascade will auto-discover the tools instantly.

Cascade calls `list_techniques` to pull step-by-step instructions. It explains the exact mechanics of shaking, stirring, or muddling.

No, this server only reads public cocktail recipes and ingredient details. Your custom data remains secure inside Vinkius's sandboxed environment.

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