Cocktails

Space Odyssey

Space Odyssey is an alcoholic cocktail built on 151 Proof Rum. It leans sweet and apple. Served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 23.5% ABV and roughly 350 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic23.5% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

350 kcalCalories

23.5%ABV

18.9gSugar

21.3gCarbs

2.75Std 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?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 6 ingredients, uses syrup

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1 shot Bacardi151 proof rumBase Spirit
1 shotMalibu rumBase Spirit
1 shotPineapple juiceJuice
to tasteOrange juiceJuice
to tasteGrenadineSweetener
to tasteCherriesOther

How to Make It

Fill glass with ice and add shots of Bacardi and Malibu.Fill
Add splash of pineapple juice and top with orange juice.Top
Add grenadine for color and garnish with cherries.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet Apple

Supporting notes

Pineapple Cherry Vanilla Aromatic Citrus

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

High ABV
Noticeably sweet
Fruity and vibrant

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

DessertSuggested from its vanilla and sweet notes.

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

Pork CheeseFruit 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

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Not enough information

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

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

Pineapple Juice1 shot

Orange JuiceWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount first; add a little sweetener only if the drink tastes thin.
What changes: Orange juice can replace pineapple juice when a less tropical drink is acceptable.

Passion Fruit JuiceWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use slightly less at first and add sweetener only if needed.
What changes: Passion fruit juice can replace pineapple juice when a sharper tropical flavor is welcome.

Orange Juiceto taste

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.

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.

Grenadineto taste

Fresh GrenadineGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Fresh grenadine is usually a close substitute for grenadine.

Pomegranate SyrupWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes: Pomegranate syrup can replace grenadine when a more pomegranate-forward flavor is acceptable.

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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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Space Odyssey?: The Space Odyssey is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 23.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 350 calories.
What does a Space Odyssey taste like?: Space Odyssey has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Apple, Pineapple, Cherry. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Space Odyssey?: Space Odyssey pairs well with Pork, Cheese, Fruit Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Space Odyssey?: The Space Odyssey has an ABV of approximately 23.5%. That's approximately 2.75 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 350 kcal, 18.9g sugar, 21.3g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Space Odyssey typically served?: Space Odyssey is often suggested for Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Space Odyssey?: If you enjoy Space Odyssey, 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 Space Odyssey at home?: Yes. The Space Odyssey uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved 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 Space Odyssey 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.