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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.

5 minEasyServes 2160 cal/serving

JapaneseAlcoholic DrinkNo-CookStandardGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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

  1. 1

    Fill two tall glasses generously with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Divide 4 oz Japanese whisky (such as Suntory Toki or Nikka Days) evenly between the glasses, pouring slowly down the side.

  3. 3

    Add 2 tbsp yuzu juice (bottled, found at Asian grocery stores) to each glass.

  4. 4

    Top each glass with 2 cups chilled sparkling water or club soda, pouring slowly to preserve bubbles. Do not stir aggressively.

  5. 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.

Questions

Can I halve or double Yuzu Highball?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To batch it for a crowd, multiply everything but add the ice only when serving.

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