Bourbon Lime Soda Highball
A bright, citrus-kissed twist on the classic with fresh lime juice cutting through bourbon's richness. This recipe, ready in about 2 minutes, brings together bourbon, fresh lime juice, soda water 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 130 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bourbon
- 1/4 ounce fresh lime juice
- 4 ounces soda water
- 1 cup ice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to the top.
- Step 2: Squeeze 1/4 ounce of fresh lime juice over the ice.
- Step 3: Pour 2 ounces of bourbon into the glass, followed by 4 ounces of soda water, and stir once gently to blend the lime and bourbon without over-diluting.







