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Fruity and Sweet - Novice - Highball
With images of American diners springing to mind, cherry cola is a classic mixer. Crisp and refreshing with a hint of cherry sweetness, it’s the perfect way to lift smooth Chivas 12. This highball drink is ideal for whisky newbies who are more used to pairing spirits with cola for a simple night out choice. Drop a cherry into the glass for a pop of colour and you’re done – it’s that easy!
Use large cubes of ice (or one long cube) rather than crushed ice to keep your highball cool without over diluting it.
Wondering why it’s called a whisky highball? One belief was that ball was bartenders’ slang for glass, and this drink is best served in a tall glass. The other is to do with railroads, where at maximum train speed the ball indicator would be highest in the tank, and two short whistle blows followed by one long one were given – in the same way two shots of whisky would be followed by one long pour of soda in the drink.
