Ume highball - drink with umeshu and whiskey
Delicious and refreshing drink with the Japanese plum liqueur umeshu
The Ume Highball is a delicious blend of two worlds. First we have the umeshu, a Japanese plum liqueur, which adds a light sweetness and a hint of tart fruity flavor ( We've shared a recipe on how to make your own umeshu ). Then there's the whiskey, which brings a sophisticated depth and warmth to the drink. To elevate the whole experience, we add sparkling soda, which gives the drink a lively and refreshing character.
Ingredients
- 60 ml umeshu
- 30 ml whiskey (can be omitted and replaced with extra umeshu)
- Ice cubes
- 90 ml sparkling water
- Lemon zest for garnish
Procedure
- Put plenty of ice in a tall glass.
- Add whiskey and umeshu.
- Top up with sparkling water. The amount can be adjusted depending on how strong you want your drink.
- Stir gently with a long spoon to blend the flavors.
- Peel or grate some lemon zest and add it on top.
