Category: Highballs

  • Moscow Mule

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    A fresh and spicy cocktail

    Moscow Mule

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    The Moscow Mule is a popular cocktail that combines the sharp taste of ginger beer with vodka and lime juice. The drink was created in the 1940s in the United States and is traditionally served in a copper mug, giving it a cold and refreshing feel. It is known for its balance between the bitter vodka taste and the spicy ginger, making it a favorite at parties and casual gatherings.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml vodka
    • 100 ml ginger oil
    • 10 ml fresh lime juice
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add vodka and lime juice.
    3. Fill up with ginger beer and stir gently.
    4. Garnish with a lime wedge.

    Pro tips

    • Use a good quality vodka for the best taste.
    • For a fresher flavor, use fresh lime juice instead of store-bought.
    • Chill the glass or copper mug before serving for an extra cold and refreshing feeling.

  • Mojito

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    A fresh and bubbly classic

    Mojito

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    The Mojito is a popular Cuban cocktail that combines mint, lime, sugar and rum for a refreshing and easy-drinking mix. The drink is said to have its roots in the 16th century, where it was originally created as a medicinal drink, but it quickly became a popular cocktail in Cuba in the 20th century. The Mojito is a perfect summer drink, known for its balanced taste and sparkling character.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml light rum
    • 10-12 fresh mint leaves
    • 25 ml fresh lime juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • Soda water (for topping)
    • Ice cubes
    • Mint and lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Place the mint leaves and the sugar coating in a highball glass.
    2. Dredge (pound) the mint gently to release the oils.
    3. Add the lime juice and rum.
    4. Fill the glass with ice cubes and stir gently.
    5. Top with soda water and stir one last time.
    6. Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.

    Pro tips

    • Use fresh mint and dredge carefully so as not to break the leaves, which can give a bitter taste.
    • For a fresher version, you can use crushed ice.
    • For best results, use a high-quality rum, preferably from Cuba.

  • Kir

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    En fruktig och uppfriskande vinbaserad drink

    Kir

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    Kir är en klassisk fransk cocktail som kombinerar vitt vin och svartvinbärslikör (Crème de Cassis). Drinken skapades i Bourgogne-regionen av den franske borgmästaren Félix Kir, som populärt serverade den för att fira olika tillfällen. Kir är känd för sin lätta och fruktiga smak, vilket gör den till en perfekt aperitif eller som en uppfriskande sommardrink.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Franska drinkar

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 90 ml torrt vitt vin
    • 10 ml Crème de Cassis (svartvinbärslikör)
    • Isbitar (valfritt)

    Instructions

    1. Fyll ett glas med vitt vin.
    2. Tillsätt Crème de Cassis och rör om försiktigt.
    3. Serve immediately.

    Pro tips

    • Använd ett torrt vin för bästa balans mellan sötma och syra.
    • För en lättare version, servera drinken med isbitar.
    • För variation kan du byta ut Crème de Cassis mot andra bärlikörer, till exempel Crème de Framboise.

  • Horse's Neck

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    En uppfriskande och fruktig highball

    Horse’s Neck

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    Horse’s Neck är en klassisk highball-cocktail som kombinerar brandy och ingefärsöl för en uppfriskande och lättdrinkad cocktail. Drinken är känd för sin enkla men eleganta presentation, där den får sitt namn från den långa ingefärsölsslangen som liknar ett hästhuvud. Denna drink är perfekt för varma sommarkvällar eller som en sofistikerad fördrink.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml brandy
    • 150 ml ginger beer
    • 1 citronskiva
    • Ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt brandy och fyll upp med ingefärsöl.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Garnish with a lemon slice.

    Pro tips

    • Välj en högkvalitativ brandy för att ge drinken en rikare smak.
    • Justera mängden ingefärsöl efter egen smak för att anpassa sötman och kryddigheten.
    • Servera gärna med en lång citronskiva för att få den traditionella ’horse’s neck’-formen.

  • Garibaldi

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    En frisk och uppfriskande apelsindrink

    Garibaldi

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    Garibaldi är en enkel och fräsch cocktail som kombinerar Campari med apelsinjuice. Den sägs ha fått sitt namn efter den italienska nationalhjälten Giuseppe Garibaldi och är känd för sin livliga färg och balanserade smak. Denna drink är perfekt för varma sommardagar eller som en lätt aperitif. Kombinationen av den bittra Camparin och den söta apelsinjuicen ger en uppfriskande kontrast.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: European drinks

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml Campari
    • 120 ml fresh orange juice
    • Ice cubes
    • An orange slice for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt Campari och apelsinjuice.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Garnish with an orange slice.

    Pro tips

    • Använd färsk apelsinjuice för bästa smak.
    • Justera mängden Campari för att anpassa bitterheten efter smak.
    • För en extra fräsch upplevelse, kyl både glaset och ingredienserna innan servering.

  • Cuba Libre

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    En enkel och uppfriskande romklassiker

    Cuba Libre

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    Cuba Libre är en av de enklaste och mest populära drinkarna i världen. Den sägs ha skapats runt 1900-talet i Havanna, Kuba, efter det spansk-amerikanska kriget som ett firande av friheten. Kombinationen av rom, cola och lime ger en perfekt balans mellan sötma och syra. Enkel att blanda och passar vid nästan alla tillfällen.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml light rum
    • 120 ml cola
    • Saften av en limeklyfta
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Pressa saften av en limeklyfta i glaset.
    3. Tillsätt rom och fyll upp med cola.
    4. Rör försiktigt och garnera med en limeklyfta.

    Pro tips

    • Använd en högkvalitativ ljus rom för bästa smak.
    • Servera väl kyld för att lyfta fram den uppfriskande karaktären.
    • Testa att använda en mörk rom för en rikare smakprofil.

  • Bloody Mary

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    A spicy and refreshing brunch classic

    Bloody mary

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    The Bloody Mary is an iconic cocktail said to have been created in Paris during the 1920s by bartender Fernand Petiot. The drink combines vodka, tomato juice and a blend of spices to provide a perfect balance of acidity, spice and sweetness. It is often served as a brunch drink and is known for its refreshing and restorative properties. The Bloody Mary is one of the most versatile cocktails and can be customized with different spices and garnishes.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml vodka
    • 90 ml tomato juice
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 2-3 splash of Worcestershire sauce
    • A couple of drops of Tabasco (to taste)
    • A pinch of celery salt
    • A pinch of pepper
    • Ice cubes
    • A celery stalk and a lemon wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Pour in the vodka, tomato juice and lemon juice.
    3. Add the Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, celery salt and pepper.
    4. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a celery stalk and a lemon wedge.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce to customize the spiciness.
    • Use fresh tomato juice for a fresher taste.
    • Add a splash of sherry or red wine for an interesting twist.

  • Suffering Bastard

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    A spicy and fruity tiki cocktail

    Suffering Bastard

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    The Suffering Bastard is a tiki cocktail created in the 1940s at Shepheard's Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, during World War II. The drink quickly became popular with soldiers stationed in the region, and its unique flavor profile has kept it popular ever since. Suffering Bastard combines gin, brandy, lime juice, ginger beer and bitters for a drink that is spicy, tart and slightly sweet. It's a perfect balance of strength and freshness, and it's particularly good as a refreshing cocktail for festive occasions.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 25 ml gin
    • 25 ml brandy
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 90 ml ginger beer
    • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge or mint sprig for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, brandy, lime juice and bitters.
    3. Top with ginger beer.
    4. Stir to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge or a mint sprig.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of ginger beer depending on how spicy you want the drink to be.
    • For best flavor, use fresh lime juice instead of packaged.
    • Feel free to add an extra dash of bitters for a more complex flavor.

  • Paloma

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    A fresh and refreshing tequila cocktail

    Paloma cocktail

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    Paloma is a classic Mexican cocktail that combines tequila with grapefruit juice and soda, giving it a refreshing and slightly sweet taste. It is known for its simplicity and balance between bitterness and acidity. Paloma is a popular drink in Mexico, often served as an alternative to the Margarita, and is perfect for hot summer days. With its refreshing and fruity content, it is both light and tasty.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Mexican drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml tequila (preferably blanco or reposado)
    • 100 ml grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed or bottled)
    • 20 ml lime juice
    • 20 ml syrup
    • 60 ml soda or carbonated water
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge and a grapefruit slice for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice and sugar syrup.
    3. Stir to mix the ingredients.
    4. Top with soda or carbonated water.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge and a grapefruit slice.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of syrup depending on how sweet you want the drink to be.
    • For best results, use freshly squeezed grapefruit juice.
    • For a slightly more flavorful version, try adding a dash of angostura bitters.

  • Fernandito

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    A refreshing and light drink

    Fernandito

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    The Fernandito is a popular cocktail in Argentina, known for its simplicity and refreshing taste. It combines Fernet Branca (an Italian bitter) with sparkling water and ice, creating a drink with both bitter and fresh flavors. It is particularly popular in Argentina and is a favorite among locals, especially during hot summer days.

    • Type of drink: Cocktails Highballs
    • Metod: Drinks made with barley
    • Origin: Argentinian drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml Fernet Branca
    • 150 ml carbonated water
    • Ice cubes
    • A slice of lemon for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the Fernet Branca and sparkling water.
    3. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    4. Garnish with a lemon slice.

    Pro tips

    • Adjust the amount of Fernet Branca according to how bitter you want the drink to be.
    • Feel free to use freshly squeezed lemon juice if you want an extra fresh taste.
    • For a sweeter version, add a small amount of syrup.