An encyclopedia of drinks — mixed, poured, brewed and whisked
No. 015 Cocktails · Whisky & whiskey
Whisky lengthened with ice-cold soda water in a tall glass: simple, dry and refreshing.
Makes 1 drink · about 2 min to make
Ounces are US fluid ounces (29.57 ml), rounded.
A highball is a spirit and a mixer built in the glass. Use plenty of ice, very cold soda and a single gentle stir to keep it lively. Our house ratio is 1:3.
A highball is a long drink of one or two parts spirit mixed over ice with two or more parts of a usually carbonated mixer. It was known worldwide by the mid-20th century, particularly in Japan.
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