Cocktails

Cablegram Highball

Cablegram Highball is an alcoholic cocktail built on Old Thompson Blended Whiskey. It leans sweet. Stirred and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 18% ABV and roughly 225 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic18% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

225 kcalCalories

18%ABV

18gSugar

20.6gCarbs

1.5Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 3 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozJuice of a LemonJuice
1.0 ozPowdered SugarSweetener
2.0 ozOld Thompson Blended WhiskeyBase Spirit

How to Make It

Stir with ice cubes in Highball glass and fill with ginger ale.Stirred

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Cubed ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet

Supporting notes

Citrus Oak Spice Vanilla Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Noticeably sweet
Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

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Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Juice Of A Lemon2.0 oz

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes: Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Powdered Sugar1.0 oz

Superfine SugarWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Dissolve well; sweetness may need a small adjustment.
What changes: Superfine sugar can replace powdered sugar in many shaken drinks.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Cablegram Highball?: The Cablegram Highball is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 18.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 225 calories.
What does a Cablegram Highball taste like?: Cablegram Highball has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Citrus, Oak. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Cablegram Highball?: The Cablegram Highball has an ABV of approximately 18.0%. That's approximately 1.50 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 225 kcal, 18.0g sugar, 20.6g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Cablegram Highball typically served?: Cablegram Highball is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Cablegram Highball?: If you enjoy Cablegram Highball, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Cablegram Highball at home?: Yes. The Cablegram Highball uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Cablegram Highball with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.