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National Aquarium

National Aquarium is an alcoholic cocktail built on Rum. It leans citrus, sweet and botanical. Built and served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 18% ABV and roughly 223 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic18% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

223 kcalCalories
18%ABV
20.5gSugar
23.4gCarbs
1.25Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 6 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

  • 1/2 ozRumBase Spirit
  • 1/2 ozVodkaBase Spirit
  • 1/2 ozGinBase Spirit
  • 1/2 ozBlue CuracaoLiqueur Modifier
  • 2 ozSour mixMixer
  • 1 splashLemon-lime sodaMixer
Tools:Cocktail Shaker

How to Make It

  1. Pour all ingredients into a shaker of ice.Shaken
  2. Shake well.Shaken
  3. Serve on the rocks.Serve

How to Serve

Glass
Collins Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusSweetBotanical

Supporting notes

HerbalJuniperVanillaAcidic

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

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

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-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.

Alternatives to try

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

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodka1/2 oz

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

Gin1/2 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.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Blue Curacao1/2 oz

Triple SecWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; the drink will not keep the same color.
What changes
Triple sec can replace blue curaçao when the blue color is not needed.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon-Lime Soda1 splash

SpriteGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Sprite is usually a close substitute for lemon-lime 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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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 National Aquarium?
The National Aquarium is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 18.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 223 calories.
What does a National Aquarium taste like?
National Aquarium has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sweet, Botanical, Herbal. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a National Aquarium?
The National Aquarium has an ABV of approximately 18.0%. That's approximately 1.25 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 223 kcal, 20.5g sugar, 23.4g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a National Aquarium typically served?
National Aquarium is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a National Aquarium?
If you enjoy National Aquarium, 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 National Aquarium at home?
Yes. The National Aquarium uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved 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 National Aquarium 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.