Orange Oasis
A refreshing and fruity highball that combines the botanical crispness of gin with the sweetness of cherry brandy and fresh orange juice, lengthened with a sparkling ginger ale top. Perfect for a warm afternoon.
What it tastes like
The aroma leads with bright citrus and subtle botanical notes from the gin. The palate features a dominant orange profile backed by spiced ginger and a hint of dark cherry. The mouthfeel is light and carbonated, finishing with a mild herbal dryness and fruit sweetness.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Cherry Brandy0.5 oz
- Gin1.5 oz
- Orange Juice4 oz
- Ginger Ale3 oz
Preparation
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- 2
Add the cherry brandy, gin, and orange juice.
- 3
Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- 4
Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- 5
Top with ginger ale.
- 6
Stir gently to combine and serve.
Substitutions
- Cherry BrandyMaraschino liqueur — This provides a drier, more floral cherry profile and reduces the deep red color.
- Ginger AleGinger beer — This adds a sharper, spicier kick and a more cloudy appearance to the drink.
- Orange JuiceGrapefruit juice — This introduces a more bitter, tart profile and a pale pinker hue.
- GinVodka — This removes the botanical complexity and makes the fruit and ginger flavors more prominent.
Variations
Tropical Oasis
Replace the gin with white rum and the orange juice with pineapple juice for a profile focused on stone fruit and coconut notes.
Sparkling Oasis
Swap the ginger ale for dry sparkling wine to increase the alcohol content and create a crisper, more refined texture.