Ingredients
- Brandy3/4 oz
- Gin3/4 oz
- Sweet Vermouth3/4 oz
- Carbonated waterTo taste
- Lemon peelTo taste
Instructions
Pour brandy, gin, and sweet vermouth into a highball glass over ice cubes. Fill with carbonated water. Add the twist of lemon peel, stir, and serve. (Ginger ale may be substituted for carbonated water, if preferred.)
English Highball — Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you make a English Highball?
- Pour brandy, gin, and sweet vermouth into a highball glass over ice cubes. Fill with carbonated water. Add the twist of lemon peel, stir, and serve. (Ginger ale may be substituted for carbonated water, if preferred.)
- What is in a English Highball?
- A English Highball is made with: 3/4 oz Brandy, 3/4 oz Gin, 3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth, Carbonated water, Lemon peel.
- What glass is best for a English Highball?
- A English Highball is traditionally served in a Highball Glass.
- Is a English Highball alcoholic?
- Yes, the English Highball is an alcoholic cocktail.
- What type of drink is a English Highball?
- The English Highball is an Ordinary Drink cocktail.
Expert Tips
Glassware Tip
Fill your highball glass with ice before adding ingredients. The tall, narrow shape is designed to keep carbonated mixers fizzy and refreshing throughout the drink.
Fresh Citrus Tip
Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.
Hosting Tip
These straightforward recipes are perfect for batch preparation. Multiply the recipe, mix in a pitcher (minus ice and carbonation), and serve quickly at parties.
Gin's distinctive flavor comes from juniper berries, though modern gins feature a wide variety of botanicals from around the world.
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