English Highball
Equal parts brandy, gin and sweet vermouth stretched with sparkling water and a lemon twist. A dry, clubby tall drink from another era.
Easy
Difficulty
3 min
Time
170 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Gin
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Soda Water
- Gin¾ oz
- Sweet Vermouth¾ oz
- Lemon Peel(optional)
- Brandy¾ oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep English Highball close to the original.
Instead of Soda Water
- Lemon-Lime Soda— sweeter, citrusy
- Tonic Water— adds a bittersweet edge
Instead of Gin
- Old Tom Gin— slightly softer and sweeter
- Vodka— cleaner, less botanical
Instead of Sweet Vermouth
- Dubonnet— wine-ier, lightly spiced
- Port— richer and fruitier
Instead of Brandy
- Apple Brandy— adds orchard fruit
- Cognac— smoother, more refined
Instructions
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.)
Pairs well with
Gin, brandy, and vermouth stretched with soda enjoy proper British nibbles:
- Mini pork pies
- Cheddar and pickle bites
- Salt and vinegar crisps
- Scotch egg halves
Similar taste
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