Taste profile
Balanced, light, balanced, and balanced.
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Cocktail guide
English Highball
English Highball combines Brandy, Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Carbonated Water in a ordinary drink served in a highball glass. It is a strong fit for cozy night in and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Best for
Best for cozy night in.
Quick fact
English Highball is usually served as a ordinary drink in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Brandy, Gin, Sweet Vermouth.
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Ingredients
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How to make it
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- 1Pour brandy, gin, and sweet vermouth into a highball glass over ice cubes.
- 2Fill with carbonated water.
- 3Add the twist of lemon peel, stir, and serve. (Ginger ale may be substituted for carbonated water, if preferred.)
Method
Stirred
Finish
Usually finished with Lemon Peel.
Taste map
Strength
Balanced
Sweetness
Light
Sourness
Balanced
Bitterness
Balanced
Read: English Highball is a medium alcoholic cocktail for cozy night in with Brandy, Gin, Sweet Vermouth.
Texture and serve cues
✓Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Glassware
Highball glass
Method
Stirred
More to know before you make it
A fuller read on the drink.
Flavor & pairing
Expect a balanced profile with support from Brandy, Gin, Sweet Vermouth. Pairs nicely with richer plates, cheese boards, roasted nuts, or dessert.
Serving & context
Serve in a highball glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass. English Highball sits comfortably in the brandy cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.
Background
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English Highball is usually served as a ordinary drink in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Brandy, Gin, Sweet Vermouth.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Brandy
Category
Ordinary Drink
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Highball glass
Method
Stirred
Garnish
Usually finished with Lemon Peel.
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