Apple Brandy Highball
The Apple Brandy Highball is a straightforward two-ingredient cocktail built with Mr. Boston Apple Brandy and a mixer, delivering smooth apple notes in a refreshing, no-fuss drink.
More like this:🏷️Equipment: highball glass
Total
5 minServings
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Instructions
- 1
Pour over ice cubes in a highball glass.
- 2
Fill with ginger ale or carbonated water.
- 3
Add a twist of lemon peel, if desired, and stir.
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Tips & Notes
Pro tips
- Use fresh ice and chill your glass beforehand for maximum dilution control and proper sipping temperature.
- Pour the brandy first, then top with mixer to maintain the spirit-forward flavor balance.
- Taste as you build—brandy sweetness varies by brand, so adjust the mixer-to-spirit ratio to your preference.
Substitutions
- Mr. Boston Apple Brandy → other apple brandy or apple schnapps (flavor profile may be sweeter or drier)
- Club soda → ginger ale (adds spice and sweetness)
Common Questions
What's the best mixer for an apple brandy highball?
Club soda or ginger ale are traditional choices—soda water keeps it simple and bright, while ginger ale adds spice and sweetness.
Should an apple brandy highball be served cold?
Yes, serve it over ice in a highball glass to keep it chilled and dilute slightly for balance.
Can I substitute the Mr. Boston Apple Brandy?
Yes, use any apple brandy or apple schnapps, though flavor intensity and sweetness will vary by brand.
What's the difference between a highball and other cocktails?
A highball is spirit-forward and simple—typically just spirit plus a non-alcoholic mixer served tall over ice.
