Bourbon Highball Recipe
Introduction
The Bourbon Highball is a simple, refreshing cocktail that highlights the rich flavors of bourbon with a light, fizzy finish. It’s perfect for those who enjoy a classic drink with minimal fuss and maximum taste.
Ingredients
- 2 fluid ounces ANGEL’S ENVY Bourbon
- 5 fluid ounces Soda Water
- 1 Lemon
- Ice, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice to your preference and stir gently with a bar spoon to chill the glass.
- Step 2: Use a cocktail jigger to strain out any melted ice water from the glass. Add fresh ice if needed.
- Step 3: Measure 2 fluid ounces of ANGEL’S ENVY Bourbon into the glass using a cocktail jigger. Then top with 5 fluid ounces of soda water.
- Step 4: Stir the drink gently with a bar spoon to combine the ingredients without losing carbonation.
- Step 5: Peel a strip from the lemon, then spray and squeeze the peel over the drink to release essential oils. Drop the peel into the glass as garnish.
- Step 6: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Bourbon Highball.
Tips & Variations
- Use freshly squeezed lemon peel oils to add a bright citrus aroma without overpowering the bourbon.
- Try swapping soda water for ginger ale for a slightly sweeter, spicier twist.
- Chill your glass in the freezer beforehand for an extra crisp experience.
Storage
The Bourbon Highball is best enjoyed fresh and should be consumed immediately after preparation. It does not store well due to the soda water losing carbonation. If necessary, keep the bourbon and soda water separate and mix just before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different bourbon for this cocktail?
Yes, you can use any bourbon you prefer. ANGEL’S ENVY adds a distinctive flavor, but other bourbons will work nicely depending on your taste.
What is the best type of lemon to use?
Fresh, ripe lemons are best for the peel garnish. Meyer lemons can add a sweeter, more floral aroma if available.
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Bourbon Highball Recipe
- Total Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
Description
The Bourbon Highball is a classic, refreshing cocktail that combines the rich, smooth flavors of ANGEL’S ENVY Bourbon with crisp soda water and a bright lemon twist. Served over ice in a tall highball glass, this simple yet elegant drink offers a perfectly balanced mix of bourbon’s warmth and citrusy zest, making it an ideal choice for casual sipping or entertaining.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 fluid ounce ANGEL’S ENVY Bourbon
- 5 fluid ounce Soda Water
- 1 Lemon (for peel garnish)
- Ice (to taste)
Instructions
- Chill the Glass: Fill a highball glass with ice to your preferred amount. Use a bar spoon to stir the ice, chilling the glass thoroughly.
- Drain Melted Ice Water: Carefully strain out the melted ice water by pouring it off, then add fresh ice to the glass as needed to maintain a cold temperature.
- Add Bourbon: Using a cocktail jigger, measure and pour 2 fluid ounces of ANGEL’S ENVY Bourbon into the prepared glass.
- Top with Soda Water: Pour 5 fluid ounces of soda water into the glass over the bourbon.
- Gently Stir: Use a bar spoon to gently stir the drink, combining the bourbon and soda water without flattening the carbonation.
- Add Lemon Peel: Peel a strip from one lemon. Spray and squeeze the peel over the drink to release its oils, then drop the peel into the glass as a garnish.
- Serve: Present the cocktail immediately while cold and fizzy.
Notes
- Use a high-quality bourbon like ANGEL’S ENVY for the best flavor balance.
- Adjust the amount of soda water and ice to your taste preferences.
- Chilling the glass enhances the drink’s refreshment factor.
- Be gentle when stirring to preserve soda water carbonation.
- The lemon peel adds a subtle citrus aroma without overpowering the bourbon.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Bourbon Highball, ANGEL’S ENVY Bourbon, bourbon cocktail, highball cocktail, whiskey soda, lemon garnish, refreshing drink
