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Orange Oasis

Orange Oasis is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans citrus and sweet. Shaken and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 8.6% ABV and roughly 314 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic8.6% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

314 kcalCalories
8.6%ABV
41.4gSugar
45.2gCarbs
1.3Std 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?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 4 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Shake brandy, gin, and orange juice with ice and strain into a Highball glass over ice cubes.Shaken
  2. Fill with ginger ale, stir, and serve.Stirred

How to Serve

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

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusSweet

Supporting notes

GingerBotanicalFruitHerbalJuniper

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

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

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

VeganVegetarian

Not compatible

Gluten-FreeKetoLow-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

Gin1 1/2 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.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Ginger Aleto taste

Ginger BeerWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; reduce other spice or ginger if needed.
What changes
Ginger beer can replace ginger ale when a spicier, stronger ginger kick is welcome.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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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Frequently asked questions

What is an Orange Oasis?
The Orange Oasis is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 8.6%. A standard serving contains approximately 314 calories.
What does an Orange Oasis taste like?
Orange Oasis has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sweet, Ginger, Botanical. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is an Orange Oasis?
The Orange Oasis has an ABV of approximately 8.6%. That's approximately 1.30 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 314 kcal, 41.4g sugar, 45.2g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Orange Oasis typically served?
Orange Oasis is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Orange Oasis?
If you enjoy Orange Oasis, 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 an Orange Oasis at home?
Yes. The Orange Oasis 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 Orange Oasis 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.