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Whisky Highball

The Whisky Highball is just whisky and chilled soda over lots of ice: light, crisp and refreshing. It is hugely popular in Japan and perfect with food.

mixer · Approx. 10% ABV

  • highball
  • whisky
  • soda
  • japanese
  • long drink
  • easy drink
Whisky Highball
Vinicius "amnx" Amano

The Whisky Highball is just whisky and chilled soda over lots of ice: light, crisp and refreshing. It is hugely popular in Japan and perfect with food.

Ingredients

  • 50ml whisky (blended Scotch or Japanese whisky)
  • 150ml chilled soda water
  • Ice
  • Lemon twist, to garnish (optional)

Method

  1. Chill: Fill a tall highball glass right to the top with ice and stir it for a few seconds to chill the glass.
  2. Pour: Add the whisky and stir again.
  3. Top: Gently pour in the cold soda, give it one slow stir to keep the bubbles, and add a lemon twist.

Tips for the Perfect Whisky Highball

  • Keep the soda in the fridge; warm soda goes flat on the ice.
  • Around one part whisky to three parts soda is the classic ratio.
  • A smoky whisky makes a bold, savoury highball.

Make It Your Own

Swap the soda for ginger ale for a sweeter, spicier long drink.

Please drink responsibly. Know your limits, and never drink and drive.

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