Yuzu Highball
A crisp, citrusy Japanese highball combining Japanese whisky with yuzu juice and sparkling water over ice. Bright and aromatic with just enough citrus to balance the whisky's smooth character.
Ingredients
- 4 oz Japanese whisky (such as Suntory Toki or Nikka Days)
- 2 tbsp yuzu juice (bottled, found at Asian grocery stores)
- 2 cups chilled sparkling water or club soda
- as needed ice cubes
- 2 strips yuzu peel or lemon peel (for garnish), cut in a thin strip
Instructions
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1
Fill two tall glasses generously with ice cubes.
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2
Divide 4 oz Japanese whisky (such as Suntory Toki or Nikka Days) evenly between the glasses, pouring slowly down the side.
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3
Add 2 tbsp yuzu juice (bottled, found at Asian grocery stores) to each glass.
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4
Top each glass with 2 cups chilled sparkling water or club soda, pouring slowly to preserve bubbles. Do not stir aggressively.
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5
Give each drink one gentle stir. Garnish each glass with 2 strips cut in a thin strip yuzu peel or lemon peel (for garnish) twisted over the glass to release oils, then drop it in. Serve immediately.