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What is Highball?

ハイボール はいぼーる / highball

Whisky mixed with plenty of sparkling water and served over ice. It is light and dry, and is the most common drink to go with fried food.

How to order and eat it

Ask for "hai-bo-ru". Some places offer a lemon, ginger or fruit-flavoured version, or a stronger one ("koi").

Dietary notes

Contains alcohol (whisky). Flavoured versions may contain fruit syrup or extracts.

This is a general description, and recipes vary by shop. If you have an allergy or follow a diet, ask the staff before you order.