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Atlantic Sun

Served in a Collins Glass

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Cocktailalcoholic12.8% ABV5 ingredients
Estimated per recipe238 kcal12.8% ABV0.87 US standard drinks35.8g sugar40.0g carbsAbout these numbers
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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 5 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 2 cl SmirnoffVodkaUnknown
  • 2 clSouthern ComfortUnknown
  • 2 clPassion fruit syrupUnknown
  • 6 clSweet and sourUnknown
  • 1 dashClub sodaUnknown

How to Make It

  1. Shake all the ingredients, top the drink with soda.Shaken
  2. Garnish with a slice of orange.Garnish

Food Pairings

Tropical FoodSpicy FoodGrilled Seafood

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
Find vegan-compatible cocktails

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

Vodka2 cl Smirnoff

GinWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes
Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Club Soda1 dash

Soda WaterGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Soda water is usually a close substitute for club soda.
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.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Estimated Sensory Profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
  • Noticeably sweet

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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Atlantic Sun?
The Atlantic Sun is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 12.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 238 calories.
What does a Atlantic Sun taste like?
Atlantic Sun has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Passion Fruit, Peach, Spice. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Atlantic Sun?
Atlantic Sun pairs well with Tropical Food, Spicy Food, Grilled Seafood. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Atlantic Sun?
The Atlantic Sun has an ABV of approximately 12.8%. That's approximately 0.87 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 238 kcal, 35.8g sugar, 40.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to a Atlantic Sun?
If you enjoy Atlantic Sun, 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 Atlantic Sun at home?
Yes. The Atlantic Sun uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Collins 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 Atlantic Sun 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.