Whiskey Highball Cocktail Recipe
A refreshing and simple cocktail, the Whiskey Highball combines whiskey with chilled soda water for a crisp and effervescent drink. Garnished with a lemon wedge, this classic beverage is light yet flavorful, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces whiskey
- Chilled soda water to top
- Lemon wedge for garnish
Variations:
Cherry Blossom Highball
- Use Japanese whiskey and add 1 ounce of cherry blossom liqueur.
- Garnish with edible flowers for an elegant touch.
Ginger Highball
- Mix in ½ ounce of honey and replace soda water with ginger beer.
Mint Highball
- Crush 3-4 fresh mint leaves in the glass before adding whiskey.
- Garnish with a mint sprig.
Orange Highball
- Add 2 ounces of orange juice and ½ ounce of orange liqueur.
- Replace soda water with lemon-lime soda.
- Garnish with an orange twist.
Coconut Highball
- Add ½ tablespoon of honey and top with coconut water instead of soda water.
Apple Highball
- Use apple cider instead of soda water.
- Garnish with a thin apple slice.
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Pour the whiskey over the ice.
- Top with chilled soda water.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve immediately.
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