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Lexigram vs TheCocktailDB

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APILexigramNEW—TheCocktailDBNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthapiKeynone
CORSnoyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree tier — key may be requiredFree — limits not published
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
operationalpartialdownno data

Lexigram vs TheCocktailDB: common questions

Which is more reliable, Lexigram or TheCocktailDB?

On our scheduled checks, TheCocktailDB leads on measured uptime — Lexigram at —% versus TheCocktailDB at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do Lexigram and TheCocktailDB need an API key?

TheCocktailDB needs no key, while Lexigram requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for TheCocktailDB first.

Can I call Lexigram and TheCocktailDB from the browser?

Only TheCocktailDB is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. Lexigram needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.

Are Lexigram and TheCocktailDB free for commercial use?

Lexigram has unclear commercial terms, and TheCocktailDB has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.