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Savannah

Savannah is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans citrus and botanical. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 13.3% ABV and roughly 208 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic13.3% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

208 kcalCalories
13.3%ABV
15.5gSugar
19.7gCarbs
1.1Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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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

Contains an egg ingredient. Prepare with a fresh, safe egg; those who should avoid raw egg may prefer to skip it.

How to Make It

  1. Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusBotanical

Supporting notes

ChocolateCocoaHerbalJuniperSweet

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

  • DessertSuggested from its chocolate and sweet notes, pairing with desserts pairing.
  • Date NightSuggested from its chocolate notes, pairing with chocolate and desserts.

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

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan
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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

Juice Of Orange2.0 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.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-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.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Gin1.0 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

White Creme De Cacao1.0 oz

Dark Creme De CacaoWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; expect a darker drink.
What changes
Dark crème de cacao can replace white crème de cacao when a darker, richer result is acceptable.
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 Savannah?
The Savannah is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 13.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 208 calories.
What does a Savannah taste like?
Savannah has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Botanical, Chocolate, Cocoa. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Savannah?
Savannah pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Savannah?
The Savannah has an ABV of approximately 13.3%. That's approximately 1.10 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 208 kcal, 15.5g sugar, 19.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Savannah typically served?
Savannah is often suggested for Date Night, Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Savannah?
If you enjoy Savannah, 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 Savannah at home?
Yes. The Savannah uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail 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 Savannah 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.