Recommended brands of whiskey that go well with highball
Highball is a popular liquor among women because of its refreshing ease of drinking. Therefore, in this article, we will introduce in detail 16 recommended whiskey brands that suit highball and how to make delicious whiskey that you can practice at home. We have carefully selected a variety of brands, from high-end products to low-priced sake with good cost performance, so please choose the one that best suits your taste and budget!
Table of contents
What are the recommended whiskey brands that go well with highball?
As a general premise, what kind of whiskey is needed to make a highball?
What are the “five major whiskeys in the world” that you want to know as knowledge?
How to choose a good whiskey for highball?
Great for highball! 16 recommended whiskey brands that you can drink deliciously with carbonic acid.
How to make delicious highball that is as good as the store
Enjoy a refreshing evening drink time with highball!
What are the recommended whiskey brands that go well with highball?
Recommended way to drink whiskey
With the influence of TV commercials, “Highball” is now popular in many bars and izakaya. Although it is a simple drink made by dividing whiskey with carbonated water (soda water), the flavor and taste of whiskey vary greatly depending on the brand of whiskey used.
Therefore, this time, we will introduce in detail the recommended whiskey that is best for drinking with highball. We have picked up a wide range of products from cheap whiskey to high-end liquor, so please choose the best one according to your budget and taste!
As a general premise, what kind of whiskey is needed to make a highball?
Whiskey, the liquor used to make highball. Specifically, it uses grains such as barley, rye, and corn as raw materials, and refers to distilled liquor with a strong alcohol content.
Today, it has become established as a popular liquor produced all over the world, and among them, the world’s five largest whiskeys, including Japan, are proud of their outstanding name recognition. In addition, since the taste and suitable way of drinking differ depending on the production area and manufacturer, it is important to compare various drinks and find a brand that suits you in order to find delicious whiskey.
What are the “five major whiskeys in the world” that you want to know as knowledge?
What are the 5 major whiskeys?
The world’s five largest whiskeys that you often hear when talking about whiskey. In fact, Japan is included in those five countries, and domestic Japanese whiskey has received tremendous support from overseas. The world’s five biggest whiskeys
Scotch whiskey (Scotland)
American Whiskey (USA)
Irish Whiskey (Ireland)
Canadian Whiskey (Canada)
Japanese whiskey (Japan)
Formed from five countries. You can drink whiskey from any production area with highball, but depending on the manufacturer (brand) and brand, it may or may not be suitable for drinking with highball, so research thoroughly to find out which whiskey is suitable for highball.
By the way, the famous “Bourbon” in Japan is a kind of American whiskey.
[List of reference articles]
・ Carefully selected delicious brands of Scotch whiskey
-Ideal for highball. What is the strongest bourbon in COSPA?
・ Explanation of Japanese whiskey with delicious highball
How to choose a good whiskey for highball?
How to choose whiskey that suits highball
Once you have a basic understanding of whiskey, let’s check how to choose the right whiskey brand to drink in highball. When choosing a whiskey that goes well with highball
Taste and flavor
Let’s select with an emphasis on these two points. It sounds like a matter of course, but it’s a really important point, so be sure to check it before you buy so that you can drink even a little delicious highball.
How to choose highball whiskey 1. Choose by price
As with all alcoholic beverages, not just whiskey for highball, many people are concerned about the difference in price when actually purchasing. Whiskey in particular is perfect for everything from cheap liquor to high-end products. Therefore, people tend to think that whiskey is as delicious as high-end whiskey, but no matter how much you buy high-end whiskey, you can’t think it’s delicious unless you like it.
Therefore, it is a wise decision to first compare the drinks with affordable and cheap whiskey and gradually search for the brand that suits you.
[List of reference articles]
・ Highball is delicious! What are the recommended brands of high-end whiskey?
・ Highball can be made with good cost performance. 10 Cheap Whiskey Brands
How to choose highball whiskey 2. Choose by taste and flavor
When choosing a whiskey that goes well with highball, choose a whiskey that has the unique aroma and bitterness of whiskey. This is because the flavor and aroma are diminished by dividing it with carbonated water. Therefore, choose a brand that has a strong habit of drinking straight or rock, and that you can enjoy the original taste and flavor of whiskey.
Also, domestic Japanese whiskey is easy to get used to by Japanese people, so if you get lost, it is recommended to select Japanese whiskey.
Great for highball! 16 recommended whiskey brands that you can drink deliciously with carbonic acid.
After understanding the basic knowledge of whiskey and how to choose it, we will introduce recommended whiskey brands that are perfect for drinking with highball. The characteristics differ depending on the place of origin and the manufacturer, so be sure to carefully determine and select the whiskey that suits you.
1. Canadian Club 20 years
Canadian Whiskey Canadian Club 20 Years [Whiskey Canada 750ml]
A 20-year-old blended whiskey that can be said to be the masterpiece of Canadian whiskey
Strength of fragrance that is comparable to other flavors such as ginger split
It is recommended to use it as a gift or as a drink for special occasions such as anniversaries, rather than as a swallow.
20 years of Canadian whiskey, Canadian Club, nicknamed “C.C” from all over the world. Although the price is in the 10,000 yen range, it is a luxury item, but you can feel the sweet aroma and deep taste peculiar to whiskey.
Most high-class whiskeys are taken straight, but because of their strong flavor and taste, you can enjoy them even if you divide them with carbonic acid, so it is recommended to drink them with highball. If you want to enjoy highball luxuriously with rich luxury whiskey, this is a popular brand that you should definitely pick up.
Details of the Canadian Club 20 Years
Type: Canadian whiskey
Contents: 750ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: straight, highball
Manufacturer: Suntory
2. Single malt whiskey Hakushu
Suntory Single Malt Whiskey Hakushu [Japan 700ml]
The king who has gained overwhelming popularity from men and women as a highball whiskey
The peat scent, which is often said to have a scent like Seirogan, has a mint flavor and gives a refreshing impression.
The taste is so easy that even people who are not good at whiskey can drink it deliciously.
The high-class whiskey “Shirasu” was carefully selected by blenders from a number of malts. The smoky scent that faintly passes through your nose is a popular brand that many people become addicted to once they drink it.
It is good to divide it purely with carbonic acid and enjoy highball, but if you want a more refreshing finish, we recommend “Shirasu Mori Kaoru Highball”. All you have to do is add fresh mint to your usual highball. The ratio of 3 to 4 soda to 1 whiskey is a delicious amount to drink, so divide it by the optimum amount according to your taste.
Hakushu is now at a premier price, so if you give it as a gift, you will surely be pleased.
Details of Single Malt Whiskey Hakushu
Type: Japanese whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 43 degrees
Recommended way to drink: highball, on the rocks
Manufacturer: Suntory
3. The Macallan Double Cask 12 years
Single Malt Whiskey The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years [UK 700ml] [Gift Box]
A brand where you can taste the most delicious highball among the world’s three major brands “The Macallan”
The elegant package is very popular as a gift for men who like alcohol.
A fluffy and sweet finish that feels even with highball
Luxury single malt whiskey “The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years” with a sweet scent of vanilla and apples. The taste is mild, but you can feel the astringency and sweetness peculiar to whiskey, so it is one that you can enjoy even in rock.
Of course, you can drink highball deliciously, so it can be said that it is a slightly high-class whiskey suitable for highball. Anyway, the taste is easy to drink, so it is recommended to divide the amount of water and whiskey by half 1: 1. This is a high-class Scotch whiskey that whiskey lovers should definitely try because you can enjoy a variety of ways to drink other than highball.
The price of Macallan whiskey jumps when it is 18 years old, and it becomes a noble brand that will surely please you if you give it as a gift.
The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Details
Type: Scotch whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: highball, on the rocks, straight
Manufacturer: Suntory
4. Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 years
[World’s No. 1 Scotch Whiskey] Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 years [Whiskey UK 700ml]
Premium whiskey from “Johnnie Walker”, which boasts overwhelming popularity as a Scotch whiskey brand.
It is highly evaluated by experts as “a masterpiece of blending” and “ultimate”. Made by blending 29 raw sakes with only a single malt, it has a rich aroma and rich taste.
It is a whiskey that does not leave a scent on the nose and is very easy to drink, so it is also recommended for beginners.
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Years Details
Type: Scotch whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: highball, rock, straight
Manufacturer: JOHNNIE WALKER
5. Laphroaig Select Cask
A simple single malt whiskey with attractive quality that is recognized by the British royal family
A smoky scent that is unique but addictive when drunk
Not only highball but also rock and straight whiskey is delicious
The popular brand “Laphroaig”, which is also a favorite of the royal family. The characteristic smoky scent is said to be one that clearly separates likes and dislikes. Therefore, it can be said that it is the best whiskey for those who like astringency and smoked aroma.
Even if you divide it with carbonic acid and drink it, you can enjoy the aroma and flavor, so a little high-class “Laphroaig 10 years” is also on sale, so if you like it, please try it as well.
Details of Laphroaig Select Cask
Type: Scotch whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: highball, rock, straight
Manufacturer: Suntory
6. The Glenlivet 12 Years
The Glenlivet 12 Year Single Malt [Whiskey UK 700ml]
It is refreshing and has less habit among whiskeys, and it is easy to drink even for beginners.
If you drink it rock or straight, you can enjoy a different impression from highball.
It has a cleaner mouth than the richness, so it goes well with sweet snacks such as chocolate.
The popular brand “Glenlivet 12 Years”, which is also called the origin that laid the foundation of single malt. When poured into a glass, a fruity and sweet scent spreads, and a beautiful amber color is also a feature of Glenlivet. The mild taste of the drink makes it easy for women to drink.
Also, if you divide it with carbonic acid and have it with a highball, the taste will be softer, so even beginners of whiskey can enjoy it. The price is in the 3,000 yen range, which is an exquisite line that is not high-class, so if you want to try Scotch whiskey, please try it.
Details of The Glenlivet 12 Years
Type: Scotch whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: Highball
Manufacturer: Pernod Ricard
7. Talisker 10 years
Talisker 10 Year Boxed [Whiskey UK 700ml]
Among the single malt whiskeys, the strong peat scent is very popular because it loves whiskey.
The unique smoky scent created by storage is addictive
A complex taste that can be transmitted even if you drink it with a highball that will captivate liquor lovers
Talisker 10 years, a popular Scotch whiskey that has been loved by many, with a pleasant balance of smoky flavors and citrus aromas. It is delicious to drink with water, but it is a recommended one that you can drink refreshingly with a highball.
Also, since you can fully enjoy the unique taste and aroma of whiskey, it is a nice point that you do not have to worry about how to make sake other than highball. It is a popular brand that is perfect for daily evening drinks because you can drink it according to the mood of the day.
8. Chita
Suntory Whiskey Chita [Japan 700ml]
Grain whiskey with a characteristic refreshing taste that is unusual for Japanese whiskey
With rock, you can enjoy the light smokyness, unlike the cleanliness of highball.
When combined with lime, it becomes a highball that goes well with heavy snacks such as fried foods.
A TV commercial has also been aired, and the Japanese whiskey “Chita” boasts outstanding name recognition. It is drunk with highball even in commercials, and it is the best one to drink with carbonated water. The price is not cheap at the 3,000 yen level, but if you are looking for an affordable but delicious brand made in Japan, you can say that it is a good brand of COSPA that you should definitely try.
The recommended way to make delicious highballs using Chita is to put an appropriate amount of Chita in a glass with plenty of ice and pour soda water in an amount of 1: 3-4. In addition, there is no problem if the muddler is stirred vertically once so that carbonic acid does not come out.
Details of Chita
Type: Japanese whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 43 degrees
Recommended way to drink: highball, rock
Manufacturer: Suntory
9. Maker’s Mark
The royal road bourbon whiskey that has climbed to a standing position where no one knows it now
You can enjoy the soft vanilla flavor that you can’t feel in rock by combining it with carbonated water.
Because it has a strong sweetness, even women can drink it deliciously.
Bourbon whiskey, “Maker’s Mark”, which is handmade one by one. The alcohol content is 45 degrees, which is a little higher than other brands, and recently TV commercials have been sewn, making it a popular liquor that is gaining popularity in Japan.
To make a delicious highball, put an appropriate amount of whiskey in a glass full of ice, and pour soda water along the edge of the glass so that it does not touch the ice. The optimal amount is 1 whiskey to 4 soda water. For those who want a refreshing finish, it is also recommended to lightly squeeze the orange peel on the highball and enjoy the maker’s craft highball.
Details of Maker’s Mark
Type: Bourbon whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 45 degrees
Recommended way to drink: Highball
Manufacturer: Suntory
10. Mt. Fuji Tarujuku Genshu 50 degrees
Kirin Whiskey At the foot of Mt. Fuji Tarujuku Genshu 50 degrees [Japan 700ml]
Japanese whiskey with a refreshing taste such as orange peel
50% alcohol content and a heavier flavor than other whiskeys
It’s not a strong claim, so you can enjoy it even with rock or water.
If you want to enjoy highball using Japanese whiskey, please pick up the foot of Mt. Fuji. The price is as low as 1,000 yen, so I’m glad that the cost performance is good.
In addition to highball, you can also drink it deliciously with rock or water, so it is a popular secret that you can easily arrange it in a variety of ways. Recently, it is also sold at convenience stores and supermarkets, and it is also recommended that the hurdle to purchase is much lower than before.
Details of Tarujuku Genshu 50 degrees at the foot of Mt. Fuji
Type: Japanese whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 50 degrees
Recommended way to drink: whiskey
Manufacturer (brand): Kirin Beer
11. Jack Daniel’s Black
Jack Daniel’s Black [Whiskey United States 700ml]
Tennessee whiskey with a soft mouthfeel that is different from the same American whiskey bourbon
Recommended as an introduction to whiskey because it is not expensive and has little taste.
Jack Daniel’s itself has a wide variety, so you can enjoy various highballs while drinking and comparing.
[9. At the foot of Mt. Fuji] Similarly, Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, a popular Tennessee whiskey sold at convenience stores and supermarkets. It has a mild taste and a sweet aroma, and not only highball but also jack cola divided by cola is recommended.
For both soda water and cola, it can be said that the best way to make highball (jack cola) is to divide the appropriate amount of whiskey by 3 to 4 amounts. The price is as low as 2,000 yen, so it is recommended for those who are looking for a low-priced, sweet-tasting whiskey.
Details of Jack Daniel’s Black
Type: Tennessee Whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: Highball, Jack Coke (Coke split)
Manufacturer: Asahi Breweries
12. Old Crow
Bourbon Whiskey Old Crow [USA 700ml]
An exquisite whiskey that exquisitely combines a clean and crisp mouthfeel with a peculiar habit of bourbon.
It is no exaggeration to say that it was made to enjoy highball.
In addition to the good cost performance of less than 1500 yen, you can enjoy the taste of highball even with a small amount.
Bourbon whiskey “Old Crow” has a long history since its birth in 1835. It is a popular brand with a comfortable balance of deep taste and refreshing aroma.
When it comes to bourbon whiskey, Jack Daniel’s and Jim Beam are often mentioned, but even those who don’t have much whiskey can easily drink it, so even beginners should actively try it. Highball and cola split (cork high) are also delicious, so if you like carbonated split, please pick it up.
Old Crow Details
Type: Bourbon whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: highball, cola split (cork high), rock
Manufacturer: Suntory
13. Suntory Square Bottle
Suntory Whiskey Square Bottle [Japan 700ml]
Japanese-born popular Japanese whiskey that everyone is familiar with
Good sharpness that is not too bad to match with fried food such as fried chicken
Capacity can be selected according to maximum 4L size and consumption speed
Suntory whiskey “Kakubin”, which is also famous for TV commercials. The more nicknamed Kakuhai, the more popular the brand is for highball.
It’s easy to buy at convenience stores and supermarkets, and it’s cheap, so it’s a perfect introduction for those who want to start drinking highball. It’s delicious even if you divide it with cola, so if you drink carbonated drinks on a regular basis, it is recommended that you first try the square bottle.
Details of the square bottle
Type: Japanese whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: Highball
Manufacturer: Suntory
14. Jim Beam
Bourbon Whiskey Jim Beam [Whiskey United States 700ml]
Bourbon whiskey recognized by world liquor lovers who won the glory of No. 1 sales in the world
Enjoy the smoky scent unique to bourbon at a low price
High versatility that you can enjoy with rock even if you get tired of highball
Jim Beam, the world’s No. 1 selling bourbon whiskey. Boasting a long history of more than 200 years since its birth, it is a popular brand that is loved by many people in Japan.
It is good to put a large piece of ice in a glass and enjoy it with a rock, but you can make a highball by dividing it by the amount of Jim Beam 1: soda water 4. You can also drink it refreshingly with a citrus highball containing citrus fruits such as lemon, orange, and grapefruit, and a pinch (6g) of sugar.
Jim Beam Details
Type: Bourbon whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: Highball
Manufacturer: Suntory
15. Cutty Sark Original
Cutty Sark Original [Whiskey UK 700ml]
Whiskey with a cohesive taste and less habit among blended whiskeys
Highball makes it sweeter and can be enjoyed by women who are new to alcohol.
The round flavor is very popular because it is easy to drink not only for highball but also for straight
Not limited to highball, many whiskey beginners choose the popular brand “Cutty Sark Original” as the first one. There is no peculiar habit of whiskey, and it can be said that the secret of being loved is that it does not choose the drinker.
The price is as low as 1,000 yen, so the cost performance is very good. In addition to drinking with highball, it is also recommended for women to divide it with their favorite fruit juice and arrange it into a cocktail. In addition, rock has a strong scent of alcohol, making it a whiskey brand suitable for highball.
Cutty Sark original details
Type: Scotch whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: Highball
Manufacturer: Bacardi Japan
16. Ballantine’s Finest
Blended Scotch Whiskey Ballantine Finest 40 Degrees [Whiskey UK 700ml]
You can get it at the cheapest price among many blended whiskeys
Even if it is a highball, it has a powerful taste that firmly feels like whiskey.
Delicious in ways other than highball, such as rock and straight
Despite being able to enjoy the unique taste of whiskey, the price is 1,000 yen and the strongest Scotch whiskey in COSPA, “Ballantine’s Finest”. It is a whiskey brand recommended for making highballs, which is popular in 160 countries including Japan.
The recommended way to make delicious highball is Ballantine’s 1: Soda water 3-4. If you scent it with lemon peel, it will make you feel more refreshed, so please add lemon peel and enjoy a refreshing and delicious highball in the hot season.
Details of Ballantine’s Finest
Type: Scotch whiskey
Contents: 700ml
Alcohol content: 40 degrees
Recommended way to drink: Highball
Manufacturer: Suntory
How to make delicious highball that you can easily do at home
How to make delicious highball that you can do at home
After delivering the recommended whiskey that goes well with highball, we will show you how to make delicious highball that you can easily do at home. The procedure to be performed is
① Fill a glass with ice and mix with a muddler to cool the glass.
② Discard the melted ice water, fill the glass with ice again, and pour an appropriate amount of whiskey (generally 30 ml).
③ Lightly stir the whiskey with a muddler and cool it.
④ Slowly pour carbonated water (soda) (as a guide, whiskey 1: carbonated water 3-4)
⑤ Complete by stirring vertically with a muddler only once.
Only 5 of. Other recommended methods are the same method, ginger high, which is divided by ginger ale instead of carbonated water, and cork high, which is divided by cola. You can make delicious highballs that are as good as the store with a little effort, so please try it!
Get a whiskey suitable for highball and enjoy a refreshing evening drink time!
Recommended whiskey brands for highball and how to make delicious
We have delivered the best recommended whiskey to drink with highball. Depending on the brand, you can enjoy not only carbonated but also rock, straight, and water. In addition, the price range ranges from high-end products to cheap alcohol, so it is important to choose according to your budget.
The refreshing highball is delicious in the hot season, so be sure to select a whiskey that is suitable for drinking with carbonated water and enjoy a wonderful evening drink time!
