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English Highball

English Highball

English Highball brings sour, citrus notes in a light and clean style. At approximately 22% ABV, it is a confident, spirit-forward choice.

SourCitrus
APPROX. ABV
22%
STRENGTH
4/5
DRINKABILITY
4/5

TASTE PROFILE

What it feels like in the glass

Sweetness2
Bitterness0
Sourness4
Strength4
Body2
Drinkability4
Fruity2
Herbal1
Smoky0

FOOD PAIRING

Consider it with

01Seafood
02Fried food

Pairings are editorial guidance. Recipes and serving styles vary by venue.

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

3/4 oz Brandy

3/4 oz Gin

3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth

Carbonated water

Lemon peel

Method
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.)
Glass
Highball glass
Garnish
Citrus garnish