Cocktails
Quick-sand
Quick-sand is an alcoholic cocktail. It leans sweet and anise. Served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 3.6% ABV and roughly 195 kcal (estimated per recipe).
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Why: 2 ingredients
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Ingredients
- 25 mlBlack SambucaOther
- Add 250 mlOrange juiceJuice
How to Make It
- Simply add the orange juice, quite a quick pour in order to mix the sambucca with the orange juice.Pour
- The juice MUST have fruit pulp!
How to Serve
- Glass
- Highball Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
Taste profile
Primary flavours
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Estimated sensory profile
- Noticeably sweet
When to serve
- SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a Quick-sand?
- The Quick-sand is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 3.6%. A standard serving contains approximately 195 calories.
- What does a Quick-sand taste like?
- Quick-sand has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Anise, Licorice, Citrus. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- How strong is a Quick-sand?
- The Quick-sand has an ABV of approximately 3.6%. That's approximately 0.56 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 195 kcal, 29.8g sugar, 37.3g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
- When is a Quick-sand typically served?
- Quick-sand is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a Quick-sand?
- If you enjoy Quick-sand, 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 Quick-sand at home?
- Yes. The Quick-sand uses 2 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 Quick-sand 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.