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A Day at the Beach

Served in a Highball Glass

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Cocktailalcoholic9.3% ABV4 ingredients
Estimated per recipe207 kcal9.3% ABV0.93 US standard drinks24.4g sugar27.5g carbsAbout these numbers
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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 4 ingredients, shaken drink, uses syrup, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

Tools:Cocktail Shaker

How to Make It

  1. Shake Rum, Amaretto, and Orange Juice in a shaker filled with ice.Shaken
  2. Strain over ice into a Highball glass.Strain
  3. Add Grenadine and garnish with a Pineapple Wedge and a Strawberry.Garnish

Food Pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & Lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar
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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Amaretto1/2 oz

Amaretto Di SaronnoGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Amaretto di Saronno can replace generic amaretto in most drink recipes.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange Juice4 oz

Pineapple JuiceWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount first; reduce sweetener if the drink becomes too rich.
What changes
Pineapple juice can replace orange juice when a more tropical result is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Grapefruit JuiceNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Use less at first and consider adding a little sweetener.
What changes
Grapefruit juice is not a neutral substitute for orange juice; it makes the drink sharper and more bitter.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Grenadine1/2 oz

Fresh GrenadineGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Fresh grenadine is usually a close substitute for grenadine.
Pomegranate SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Pomegranate syrup can replace grenadine when a more pomegranate-forward flavor is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Estimated Sensory Profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Noticeably sweet

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Frequently asked questions

What is a A Day at the Beach?
The A Day at the Beach is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 9.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 207 calories.
What does a A Day at the Beach taste like?
A Day at the Beach has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Vanilla, Almond, Nutty. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a A Day at the Beach?
A Day at the Beach pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a A Day at the Beach?
The A Day at the Beach has an ABV of approximately 9.3%. That's approximately 0.93 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 207 kcal, 24.4g sugar, 27.5g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to a A Day at the Beach?
If you enjoy A Day at the Beach, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a A Day at the Beach at home?
Yes. The A Day at the Beach uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of A Day at the Beach with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.