Bitters-Infused Whiskey Highball

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A sophisticated highball with aromatic bitters enhancing the whisky's complexity. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, soda water, and orange bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 3 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes until three-quarters full (about 1 cup ice).
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz rye whiskey and 2 dashes orange bitters to the glass.
  3. Step 3: Top with 4 oz chilled soda water and stir gently for 12 seconds until the bitters fully dissolve and the mixture feels balanced.

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