Shots

A Splash of Nash

Served in a Highball Glass

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Shotalcoholic4.1% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

122 kcalCalories

4.1%ABV

17.5gSugar

20.5gCarbs

0.34Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 4 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2 ozCranberry juiceUnknown
2 ozSoda waterUnknown
0.5 ozMidori melon liqueurUnknown
0.5 ozCreme de BananeUnknown

How to Make It

Drop shot glass with banana & melon liquers into a 9 oz hi- ball glass containing soda water and cranberry juice.
Drink in one shot.

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet Tropical Sparkling

Supporting notes

Banana FruitMelonBerry Fruity

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Light and refreshing

What do these dimensions mean?

Food pairings

Tropical Food Spicy FoodGrilled Seafood

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-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-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

Cranberry Juice2 oz

Pomegranate JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; adjust sweetness if the drink becomes too dry.
What changes: Pomegranate juice can replace cranberry juice when a deeper tart red-fruit note is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Soda Water2 oz

Carbonated WaterGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Carbonated water is usually a close substitute for soda water.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Club SodaGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Club soda is usually a close substitute for soda water.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Sparkling WaterGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Sparkling water is usually a close substitute for soda water.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Tonic WaterNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use only if you want a tonic-style drink.
What changes: Tonic water is not a neutral replacement for soda water; it adds bitterness and sweetness.

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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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 A Splash of Nash?: The A Splash of Nash is a shot made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 4.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 122 calories.
What does an A Splash of Nash taste like?: A Splash of Nash has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Tropical, Sparkling, Banana. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with an A Splash of Nash?: A Splash of Nash pairs well with Tropical Food, Spicy Food, Grilled Seafood. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is an A Splash of Nash?: The A Splash of Nash has an ABV of approximately 4.1%. That's approximately 0.34 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 122 kcal, 17.5g sugar, 20.5g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to an A Splash of Nash?: If you enjoy A Splash of Nash, the suggestions on this page surface other shots that share its base spirit or a similar sweet-to-spirit balance.
How should A Splash of Nash be served?: A Splash of Nash is best served chilled in a shot glass or Highball Glass. Chill the glass in the freezer beforehand for the best result. Pour in a single smooth motion and serve immediately.
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 shots at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find shots I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of A Splash of Nash with other shots. 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.