Scotch and Soda Recipe
Written by Savor the simplicity of this Scotch and Soda recipe! The Scotch whisky and soda water blend makes this vibrant drink a fall favorite.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 142
Ingredients
- 2 oz Scotch Whisky
- 5 oz Club Soda - to top-up
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Bar spoon or long stirrer
Instructions
- Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour 2 oz Scotch Whisky over the ice.
- Top up the glass with about 5 oz Club Soda
- Using a bar spoon or long stirrer, stir gently to mix.
- Garnish with a lemon twist if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Scotch Whisky: If you don't have Scotch, use bourbon or rye whiskey. Both will give a different flavor profile but still make a tasty drink.
- Club Soda: You can substitute club soda with clear, carbonated water like seltzer or sparkling mineral water. Just be aware that this may slightly alter the taste of your drink.
Making a Pitcher of Scotch and Soda:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Scotch whisky and 32 oz of club soda.
- Mix: Combine the Scotch whisky and club soda in a large pitcher. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Scotch Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic whisky substitute available in some specialty stores and online. They won't replicate the exact taste of Scotch, but they can provide a similar smoky and rich flavor.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.