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
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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
