Classic Japanese Whisky Highball

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A crisp and effervescent Japanese highball featuring Suntory whiskey and sparkling soda water, perfect for relaxing after a long day. This Japanese-inspired recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together Suntory whiskey, chilled soda water, large 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 110 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: 4 min Serves 1 Japanese cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 5 large ice cubes into a tall glass to maximize chill and slow dilution.
  2. Step 2: Pour 1.5 oz of Suntory whiskey over the ice, gently coating the cubes.
  3. Step 3: Slowly add 4.5 oz of chilled soda water down the side of the glass to preserve bubbles.
  4. Step 4: Stir lightly with a bar spoon for about 3 seconds to blend without flattening.
  5. Step 5: Squeeze 1 lemon wedge over the drink to release fresh citrus aroma, then drop it in as garnish.

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