Refresh yourself with this quick Sake highball recipe! Blend sake and soda water for the perfect summer cocktail.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
78
Ingredients
- 2 oz Sake
- 4 oz soda water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add Sake: Pour 2 oz Sake over the ice.
- Add Soda Water: Measure and pour 4 oz soda water into the glass.
- Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
- Garnish: Place a lemon slice or twist into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Sake: If you don't have sake, you can use dry white wine as an alternative. It won't be the same, but it still makes a refreshing drink. I've also tried using shochu for a different but enjoyable twist.
- Soda Water: You can substitute soda water with tonic water for a slightly bitter edge or sparkling water if you prefer a milder taste.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Sake Substitute: Use non-alcoholic sake; these are available and reasonably mimic sake's flavor profile.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of regular sake, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Ingredients: Ensure that both your sake and soda water are vegan-friendly. Some sakes may use animal-derived fining agents during production.
- Proceed As Usual: Once you've confirmed your ingredients are vegan, follow the original steps to make your vegan Sake highball.
What is a Sake Highball?
A Sake highball is a Japanese cocktail made of sake and soda water. It’s easy to make because it requires only two ingredients and simple steps: pour, mix, and garnish. This drink highlights the delicate flavors of sake while adding a refreshing fizz from the soda water, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
What is a Sake Highball Made of – The Ingredients
Here are the ingredients for making a Sake highball:
- Sake: Provides the base alcohol with its unique, delicate flavor profile.
- Soda Water: Adds effervescence and lightness, making the drink refreshing.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the drink, ensuring it stays cool and crisp.
- Lemon Slice or Twist (optional): Adds a hint of citrus aroma and a touch of visual appeal.
