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Whiskey Highball in a highball glass with lemon twist (AI-generated image)
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Whiskey Highball

Whiskey and cold soda water over plenty of ice. Crisp, light and the easiest way to enjoy a good whiskey on a warm day.

Time
1 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Built in glass
Glass
Highball glass

Ingredients

Servings

Garnish: Lemon twist (1)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass to the top with ice.

  2. 2

    Add whiskey and stir briefly to chill.

  3. 3

    Top with cold soda water and give one gentle stir.

Swap it: Use ginger ale instead of soda for a Whiskey Ginger.

Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
  • Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
  • Y-peelerCuts wide citrus peels for twists and expressed oils with no bitter pith.

Recommended glassware

  • Highball glassTall and straight for long, fizzy mixed drinks over ice.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: Widely published standard specification. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description and steps are original Mixistry copy. Last updated 2026-10-11.

Contains alcohol. For adults of legal drinking age — please enjoy responsibly.

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