Presbyterian
A light, fizzy whiskey highball lengthened with equal parts ginger ale and soda water.
Base
whiskey
Glassware
Highball glass
Flavor Profile
refreshingsour
Ingredients
- 2 oz whiskey
- 2 oz ginger ale
- 2 oz soda water
- Lemon wedge, to garnish
Instructions
- 1Fill a highball glass with ice.
- 2Add whiskey, ginger ale, and soda water.
- 3Stir gently and garnish with a lemon wedge.
Origin & Story
United States, traditional
A traditional American highball, its name likely nods to the temperance-leaning Presbyterian church, ironic given the drink pairs whiskey with two mixers instead of one.
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