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Gin Smash

Gin Smash is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans citrus and herbal. Muddled and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. Expect about 27.6% ABV and roughly 152 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic27.6% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

152 kcalCalories
27.6%ABV
4.3gSugar
4.3gCarbs
1.46Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Advancedmuddled drink

Why: 6 ingredients, muddled drink, requires muddler

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 2 ozGinBase Spirit
  • 1 ozCarbonated waterMixer
  • 1 cubeSugarSweetener
  • 4MintGarnish
  • 1 sliceOrangeFruit
  • 1CherryGarnish

How to Make It

  1. Muddle sugar with carbonated water and mint sprigs in an old-fashioned glass.Muddled
  2. Add gin and 1 ice cube.Add
  3. Stir, add the orange slice and the cherry, and serve.Stirred

How to Serve

Glass
Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Stirred
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusHerbal

Supporting notes

SparklingSweetBotanicalJuniper

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • High ABV

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

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

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Gin2 oz

VodkaKnown variation
How much to use
Use the same volume; expect less juniper and botanical aroma.
What changes
Vodka can replace gin when you want a cleaner, less botanical drink, but it usually changes the cocktail identity.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Carbonated Water1 oz

Soda WaterGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Soda water is usually a close substitute for carbonated water.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Sugar1 cube

Simple SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use about 1/4 oz simple syrup per teaspoon of sugar as a starting point.
What changes
Simple syrup can replace sugar, but it also adds water and dissolves more easily.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Mint4

Fresh Mint LeavesGood swap
How much to use
Use a similar amount and gently clap or muddle depending on the recipe.
What changes
Fresh mint leaves are usually a close substitute for mint.
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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Gin Smash?
The Gin Smash is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 27.6%. A standard serving contains approximately 152 calories.
What does a Gin Smash taste like?
Gin Smash has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Herbal, Sparkling, Sweet. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Gin Smash?
The Gin Smash has an ABV of approximately 27.6%. That's approximately 1.46 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 152 kcal, 4.3g sugar, 4.3g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Gin Smash typically served?
Gin Smash is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Gin Smash?
If you enjoy Gin Smash, 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 Gin Smash at home?
Yes. The Gin Smash uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned 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 Gin Smash 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.