Best 6 Highball Recipes
**A refreshing and versatile cocktail, the highball is a classic drink that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Typically made with a base spirit, such as whiskey, vodka, or gin, and a mixer, such as soda water, ginger ale, or fruit juice, the highball is a simple yet flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we provide you with a variety of highball recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile. From the classic whiskey highball to the refreshing vodka and soda, and the fruity gin and tonic, we have something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, grab a glass, and let's get mixing!**
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
THE RETRO HIGHBALL
Categories Bourbon Gin Alcoholic Cocktail Party Wedding Bon Appétit Drink
Yield Makes 1 drink
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- A matter of preference, naturally. A ratio of 2 ounces spirit to 2 ounces soda is a good place to start if you truly want to savor the base spirit in all its glory. If it's too much, add soda 1 ounce at a time until it suits your taste. Measure along the way and make a note of your preference so that you'll always know just how much to pour.
HIGHBALL
A twist of lemon is a strip of lemon rind (it will usually curl when cut off of the lemon). The bartender will usually run the moist part of the lemon rind over the rim of the glass, then drape the rind over the rim so that part of the rind falls in the drink. A Highball glass is a tall glass, if you do not have a Highball glass, any tall glass will do.
Provided by Emily
Categories Drinks Recipes
Time 2m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place ice cubes in a highball glass. Pour bitters and vermouth over the cubes, and stir. Garnish with a twist of lemon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 726.3 calories, Carbohydrate 113.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 13.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
HIGHBALL A CLASSIC!
I don't see any one order these any more. They are very good. I remember making these for my parents before I can drink. I use Segram's V.O. whiskey but use what whiskey you like.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Beverages
Time 3m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Pour the whiskey into tall highball glass full of ice. Add the ginger ale and stir and drink.
CINDERELLA NON-ALCOHOLIC HIGHBALL
A nice combination of citrus juices, club soda and grenadine. Refreshing. A good one for designated drivers. From the website www.thatsthespirit.com.
Provided by foodtvfan
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 1 highball
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all juices with a few ice cubes; shake well and pour into a tall highball glass.
- Add Club Soda and then add grenadine.
- Decorate rim of glass with slice of pineapple and/or orange.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77, Fat 0.2, Sodium 14.5, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 14, Protein 0.9
BURNT-ORANGE HIGHBALL
This tangy cocktail is a perfect spring refreshment that's not just for happy hour -- it also makes an excellent brunch beverage. It features the natural sweetener Truvia, which provided the recipe.Also try:Raspberry-Lime Gin and Tonic, Watermelon-Ginger Sipper
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add Truvia, vodka, orange liqueur, and orange juice; shake to combine.
- Hold a lit match over an empty highball glass and squeeze the zest, skin side down, over the match. The oil from the zest should ignite and fall into glass. Wrap zest around a skewer or a toothpick; set aside.
- Fill glass with ice, strain cocktail into glass. Garnish with skewered zest.
UPDATED WHISKEY-GINGER HIGHBALL
A dressed up version of an easy favorite, galvanized by fresh ginger and orange.
Provided by Rosie Schaap
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Muddle one slice of ginger with syrup and a bit of ginger beer in the bottom of a highball glass. Fill glass with ice cubes.
- Add rye and stir with a bar spoon. Add ginger beer to fill.
- Run the other slice of ginger around the rim of the glass, then discard. Twist orange peel over drink to release oils, then drop into glass.
Tips:
- Choose the right glass: A highball glass is the traditional choice for this drink, but you can use any tall glass with a capacity of 8-12 ounces.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh lime juice and mint will give your highball the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lime juice, you can use bottled lime juice, but it will not be as good.
- Chill your glass and ingredients: Chilling your glass and ingredients will help to keep your highball cold and refreshing.
- Don't over-muddle the mint: Muddling the mint too much will release too much bitterness. Just a few gentle twists is all you need.
- Add the soda water last: This will help to keep the bubbles in your drink.
Conclusion:
The highball is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it simple or fruity, the highball is a refreshing and delicious drink that is sure to please everyone.
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