Gin & Bitter Lemon
Gin topped with bitter lemon. A British highball classic.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 11% ABV
Ingredients
- 50 ml Gin
- 120 ml Bitter lemon
- Lemon wedge (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 50 ml gin into the glass
- Pour 120 ml bitter lemon into the glass
- Garnish
Tip
Use plenty of ice.
About the Gin & Bitter Lemon
The highball family. A highball is a spirit topped with a larger amount of mixer and served tall over ice. The style spread in the 1890s, when Scotch and soda became fashionable, and where the name came from is still debated. Highballs are the easiest drinks to make well: a cold glass, plenty of ice and a fresh mixer.
Gin & Bitter Lemon FAQ
What's in a Gin & Bitter Lemon?
50 ml gin, 120 ml bitter lemon, garnished with lemon wedge.
How strong is a Gin & Bitter Lemon?
About 11% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.6 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Gin & Bitter Lemon?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Gin & Bitter Lemon in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
