Flavored Scotch Highball with Club Soda
A clean and effervescent highball cocktail featuring smooth scotch whisky and crisp club soda, perfect for a light and bubbly drink experience. This general-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 3 minutes brings together ounces scotch whisky, ounces 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.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces scotch whisky
- 4 ounces club soda
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece (for garnish) orange peel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 cup of ice cubes into a tall highball glass to chill it well.
- Step 2: Pour 2 ounces of scotch whisky over the ice and let it settle.
- Step 3: Add 4 ounces of chilled club soda gently into the glass to preserve bubbles.
- Step 4: Stir lightly once with a bar spoon to blend the flavors without losing carbonation.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1 piece of orange peel by twisting it over the glass to express the oils, then place it in the drink.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Flavored Scotch Highball with Club Soda take to make?
Total time is about 3 minutes (3 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Flavored Scotch Highball with Club Soda?
Refrigerate any leftover flavored scotch highball with club soda in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Flavored Scotch Highball with Club Soda?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Flavored Scotch Highball with Club Soda for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Flavored Scotch Highball with Club Soda?
General cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
