Whisky Highball
Whisky and chilled soda over ice. Japan's favourite way to drink whisky.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 9% ABV
Ingredients
- 50 ml Blended Scotch
- 150 ml Soda water
- Lemon peel (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 50 ml blended Scotch into the glass
- Top with 150 ml soda water
- Stir once
- Garnish
Tip
Keep both whisky and soda cold so the bubbles last.
About the Whisky Highball
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.
Whisky Highball FAQ
What's in a Whisky Highball?
50 ml blended scotch, 150 ml soda water, garnished with lemon peel.
How strong is a Whisky Highball?
About 9% 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 Whisky Highball?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Whisky Highball in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
