Bermuda Highball
Brandy, gin and dry vermouth lengthened with sparkling water and a lemon twist in a tall glass. A dry, old-school highball that drinks lighter than its three-spirit base.
Easy
Difficulty
3 min
Time
160 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Gin
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Lemon Peel(optional)
- Soda Water
- Brandy¾ oz
- Dry Vermouth¾ oz
- Gin¾ oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Bermuda Highball close to the original.
Instead of Soda Water
- Lemon-Lime Soda— sweeter, citrusy
- Tonic Water— adds a bittersweet edge
Instead of Brandy
- Apple Brandy— adds orchard fruit
- Cognac— smoother, more refined
Instead of Dry Vermouth
- Blanc Vermouth— slightly sweeter
- Lillet Blanc— lighter, citrusy
Instead of Gin
- Old Tom Gin— slightly softer and sweeter
- Vodka— cleaner, less botanical
Instructions
Pour brandy, gin, and dry vermouth into a highball glass over ice cubes.
Fill with carbonated water and stir.
Add the twist of lemon and serve.
(Ginger ale may be substituted for carbonated water, if preferred.)
Pairs well with
Light, bubbly, and dry — this highball keeps company with crisp finger foods:
- Fish cake sliders
- Cucumber sandwiches
- Salted plantain chips
- Deviled eggs with paprika
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