Cocktails

Cherry Fizz

Cherry Fizz is an alcoholic cocktail built on Cherry-Flavored Brandy. It leans citrus and fruit. Shaken and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 8.3% ABV and roughly 198 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic8.3% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

198 kcalCalories

8.3%ABV

19.2gSugar

27.7gCarbs

0.83Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozJuice of a LemonJuice
2.0 ozcherry-flavored brandyBase Spirit
to tasteClub SodaMixer

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into Highball glass with two ice cubes.Shaken
Fill with club soda and decorate with a cherry.Fill

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Cubed ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Fruit

Supporting notes

Oak Vanilla Mineral Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Juice Of A Lemon2.0 oz

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes: Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Club Sodato taste

Soda WaterGood swap

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

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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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Last updated June 18, 2026

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Cherry Fizz?: The Cherry Fizz is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 8.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 198 calories.
What does a Cherry Fizz taste like?: Cherry Fizz has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Fruit, Oak, Vanilla. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Cherry Fizz?: The Cherry Fizz has an ABV of approximately 8.3%. That's approximately 0.83 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 198 kcal, 19.2g sugar, 27.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Cherry Fizz typically served?: Cherry Fizz is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Cherry Fizz?: If you enjoy Cherry Fizz, 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 Cherry Fizz at home?: Yes. The Cherry Fizz uses 3 ingredients, making it easy 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 Cherry Fizz 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.