Soda Breeze Highball

This refreshing highball cocktail, also known as the Soda Breeze, is a delightful combination of mint tea, St-Germain, whiskey, and soda water. It's a versatile and light drink that pairs well with various meals and occasions. The crisp and bubbly nature of the drink makes it a perfect companion for a casual dinner or a relaxed evening with friends.

Soda Breeze Highball

A refreshing highball cocktail featuring mint tea, St-Germain, whiskey, and soda water.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 oz mint tea
  • 1/2 oz St-Germain
  • 1 1/2 oz whiskey, preferably Rieger's Kansas City
  • 4 oz soda water, plus extra for topping
  • Ice
  • Fresh bay leaf for garnish

Instructions

  1. Fill a highball or Collins glass about two-thirds full with ice.
  2. Stir the ice to chill the glass, then pour out any excess water.
  3. Add the mint tea, St-Germain, and whiskey into the glass, then gently stir to combine.
  4. Pour the soda water down the side of the glass to retain the carbonation.
  5. Add more ice and top with a final splash of soda water.
  6. Express the lemon peel over the drink, then discard.
  7. Garnish the cocktail with a fresh bay leaf.