Roman Highball
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Roman Highball
Serve in a Highball (max 10oz/300ml)
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Amaro (e.g. Averna) |
| 3⁄4 oz | Ginger liqueur |
| 1⁄2 oz | Lime juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1 2⁄3 oz | Thomas Henry Soda Water chilled |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Highball (max 10oz/300ml) glass.
- Prepare skewered crystallised ginger for garnish.
- SHAKE first 3 ingredients with ice.
- STRAIN into ice-filled glass.
- TOP with soda.
- Garnish with skewered crystallised ginger.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Cocktail of the day:
21st April 2025 is The day Rome was founded
Review:
Refreshing and Pimm's Cup-like. A great long drink to come home to.
History:
Adapted from a recipe created by Danny Gil at Weather Up, New York City, USA.
Information on Highball cocktails, their history and tips on the perfect serve can be found on our page.
Nutrition:
One serving of Roman Highball contains 219 calories
Alcohol content:
- 0.9 standard drinks
- 9.99% alc./vol. (9.99° proof)
- 13.2 grams of pure alcohol
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