Bourbon Highball

• Bourbon
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Choose a quality bourbon you enjoy neat
• Chilled soda water
  120 ml (4 oz)

  Club soda or sparkling mineral water, very cold
• Lemon peel
  30 ml (1 oz)

  For garnish, optional but classic

• Highball glass
• Bar spoon
• Jigger
• Ice tongs

1. 1

   Fill a highball glass to the top with large, fresh ice cubes.

2. 2

   Measure and pour 2 oz bourbon over the ice.

3. 3

   Slowly add 4 oz chilled soda water to the glass. Pour gently to preserve the bubbles.

4. 4

   Give the drink a gentle stir with a bar spoon—just enough to mix, not enough to lose carbonation.

5. 5

   Express a lemon peel over the glass to release its oils, then drop it in as garnish.

• Effortlessly refreshing and light for any occasion
• Showcases the true character of your favorite bourbon
• Super easy to make—perfect for beginners and pros alike
• Low in sugar and calories compared to many cocktails
• Customizable with different bourbons or flavored sodas

The Highball style of cocktail originated in the late 19th century and quickly became popular in both the United States and Japan. While the generic highball can use any spirit, the Bourbon Highball specifically celebrates American whiskey. Its roots are traced back to the rapid expansion of soda water in bars, offering a lighter, longer drink than the classic Old Fashioned or Manhattan. In Japan, the highball ritual evolved into an art form, emphasizing chilled glasses and gentle mixing. Today, the Bourbon Highball is beloved worldwide for its harmony and understated sophistication.