Citrus-Spiced Whiskey Highball with Soda Water

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A bright and effervescent highball featuring whiskey, soda water, and a twist of fresh citrus and warming spices. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together whiskey, club soda, ice cubes 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 120 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.

Prep: 3 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a slim highball glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill and keep the drink cold.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz of whiskey over the ice, allowing it to chill slightly.
  3. Step 3: Add 0.5 oz of fresh lemon juice to add brightness and a citrus kick.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon over the whiskey and lemon mixture to introduce a subtle warming spice.
  5. Step 5: Slowly pour 5 oz of club soda into the glass to top off the drink, preserving the carbonation.
  6. Step 6: Stir gently once to combine flavors without losing bubbles.
  7. Step 7: Garnish with 1 orange peel by twisting it over the glass to release oils and placing it on the rim for aroma.

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