Category: Highballs

  • Dark 'n' Stormy

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    A spicy and refreshing rum cocktail

    Dark n Stormy

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    The Dark 'n' Stormy is a classic cocktail that combines dark rum with ginger beer and lime juice. It was created in Bermuda and has become a favorite in tropical destinations. The drink is known for its flavorful balance between the spicy ginger and the rich taste of dark rum. Often served on ice, it is a perfect drink to cool off on hot summer days or as a festive drink for any occasion.

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

    Ingredients

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    • 50 ml dark rum (preferably Gosling's Black Seal Rum)
    • 100 ml ginger oil
    • 10 ml lime juice
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the ginger beer and lime juice.
    3. Top with dark rum.
    4. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge.

    Pro tips

    • Use a high-quality dark rum, preferably Gosling's Black Seal Rum, to get the authentic taste.
    • For an extra fresh taste, adjust the amount of lime juice depending on how tart you want the drink.
    • Avoid stirring too much so that you keep the visual effect with rum on top.

  • John Collins

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    A classic and refreshing highball

    John Collins

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    The John Collins is a timeless cocktail closely related to the Gin Fizz, but served as a highball. It combines gin, lemon juice, syrup and soda water, resulting in a light, refreshing and bubbly drink. The drink's name is believed to come from a bartender at Limmer's Hotel in London in the 19th century. The John Collins is a perfect drink for hot summer days and a great introduction to the highball category.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 45 ml gin
    • 30 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • 60 ml soda water
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice and cherries for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Pour in the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup.
    3. Top with soda water and stir gently to mix.
    4. Garnish with a lemon slice and a cherry.

    Pro tips

    • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup according to how sweet you want the drink to be.
    • Serve well chilled to enhance the refreshing character of the drink.

  • Americano

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    A refreshing Italian aperitif

    Americano

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    Americano is a classic Italian drink originally called 'Milano-Torino', thanks to its ingredients: Campari from Milan and sweet vermouth from Torino. It got its current name in the 1920s, when American tourists appreciated its light and refreshing taste. Americano is associated with aperitif culture and is often served before meals. With a simple combination of Campari, sweet vermouth and soda water, the drink offers a perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness. It is also a precursor to the popular Negroni.

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

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml Campari
    • 30 ml sweet vermouth
    • Soda water to taste
    • Ice cubes
    • An orange slice for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Choose a highball glass and fill it with ice cubes.
    2. Pour in the Campari and sweet vermouth.
    3. Top with soda water to taste.
    4. Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with an orange slice.

    Pro tips

    • Use premium soda water to enhance the flavor.
    • Try a slice of lemon instead of orange for a more tart touch.
    • Serve well chilled for the best experience.