Stirred Spiced Vermouth Highball
A balanced, lightly spiced vermouth cocktail served tall with effervescent soda and a citrus twist, ideal for a casual gathering. This cocktails & drinks-inspired quick meals ready in about 4 minutes pairs sweet vermouth, club soda, dashes orange bitters for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 oz sweet vermouth
- 3 oz club soda
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- 1 wide strip orange peel
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to chill. Add 2 oz sweet vermouth and 2 dashes of orange bitters.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill without diluting.
- Step 3: Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 3 oz club soda poured slowly to keep carbonation intact.
- Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the drink to release oils, then rim the glass and drop the peel inside for garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stirred Spiced Vermouth Highball take to make?
Total time is about 4 minutes (4 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Stirred Spiced Vermouth Highball?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sweet vermouth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stirred Spiced Vermouth Highball?
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 Stirred Spiced Vermouth Highball 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 Stirred Spiced Vermouth Highball?
Cocktails & Drinks quick meals 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.
