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How to Achieve the Best Bubbles for Highballs

Imbibe Magazine

In our May/June 2024 issue , Kate Bernot explores the levels of dedication (even obsession) that bars are devoting to create the perfect, bubbly highball. I left a bottle open in my car for 48 hours as a test, and it still had bubbles!” “That’s why if you open warm soda, it foams everywhere and loses its carbonation.”

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These Bartenders Are Redefining the Classic Japanese Highball

VinePair

Traditionally made with Suntory Toki Whisky and soda water, the classic Japanese highball first took off in Japan in the 1950s and can now be found just about everywhere in the country, from renowned cocktail bars to vending machines. And while highballs as a broad category have been popular in the U.S.

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6 Casa Azul Tequila Cocktails You Need To Try

Chilled Magazine

The result is an exceptional tequila bottled at 80 proof and 40% ABV. Strain into highball glass and fill with fresh ice. Sparkling Water Preparation Add all ingredients except sparkling water to highball glass. Ginger Beer Preparation Add all ingredients except ginger beer to highball glass. Pamplemousse Liqueur 3 oz.

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How to Drink Shochu

Imbibe Magazine

For bottle recs, head here. Neat Typically bottled at a lower proof, shochu is ready-made for sipping on its own. Shochu can be overwhelming right out of the bottle. And this is akin to decanting a bottle of wine to let it rest and mellow out.” It’s not only comforting, but it’s great with food, too,” says Goto.

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5 Japanese Whiskies For The Perfect Whisky Highball

The Whiskey Wash

One of the most famous long drinks in the world now is the Whisky Highball. Your whisky of choice, a can or bottle of club soda, and some ice! Well, I am a huge fan of using Japanese whisky in a Highball. So, today I have put together a selection of the best Japanese whiskies for a perfect Whisky Highball.

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The VinePair Podcast: Cocktail Culture Has Reclaimed the Highball

VinePair

Highballs have long been tethered to the realm of dive bars. Given their easy composition, highballs traditionally fall into the category of drinks that one can easily recreate at home without any professional bartending experience. More often than not, they max out at two ingredients, sans the obligatory citrus wedge garnish.

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Cool Off With the 18 Best Summer Highballs

VinePair

Enter: the Highball. Typically consisting of a spirit, soda, and ice, Highballs don’t require much effort, which is ideal when there’s already sweat rolling down your neck. When it comes to the Highball, the world is your oyster. Keep reading to discover the 18 best Highballs to help beat the heat.