Punches

Arctic Fish

Served in a Beer Pilsner

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Punchalcoholic13.8% ABV5 ingredients

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 5 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1/3 partVodkaUnknown
1/3 partGrape sodaUnknown
1/3 partOrange juiceUnknown
lotsIceUnknown
1 dashCandyUnknown

How to Make It

Fill glass with ice and fish, add vodka, grape soda and orange juice.Fill
DO NOT STIR!!!!!Stirred
Serve well chilled.Serve

How to Serve

Glass: Beer Pilsner
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet Aromatic

Supporting notes

Citrus Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

What do these dimensions mean?

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

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodka1/3 part

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.

Orange Juice1/3 part

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.

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 July 24, 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 an Arctic Fish?: The Arctic Fish is a punch made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Beer Pilsner. It has an ABV of approximately 13.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 42 calories.
What does an Arctic Fish taste like?: Arctic Fish has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Aromatic, Citrus, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is an Arctic Fish?: The Arctic Fish has an ABV of approximately 13.8%. That's approximately 0.24 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 42 kcal, 4.2g sugar, 4.4g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to an Arctic Fish?: If you enjoy Arctic Fish, the suggestions on this page surface other punches with a similar spirit base or fruit profile. Most punch recipes adapt easily — swap one juice or spirit to create a close variation.
How much Arctic Fish should I make?: Punch recipes scale easily — multiply each ingredient by the number of guests. Allow roughly one 150–200ml serving per person per hour. Mix everything except sparkling elements at least an hour ahead and add ice and soda just before serving to preserve carbonation.
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 punchs at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find punchs I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Arctic Fish with other punchs. 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.