Classic Whiskey Highball with Lemon Twist

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A crisp, refreshing whiskey cocktail with a bright lemon twist that balances the spirit's warmth and the soda's effervescence. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Whiskey, Soda water, 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 140 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktail cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a highball glass with 1 cup ice cubes until it's 3/4 full.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz whiskey over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Top with 4 oz soda water, leaving 1/2 inch of space at the rim.
  4. Step 4: Gently twist the lemon slice over the glass to release its oils, then place it on the rim.

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