Cocktails
Orange Gin Highball
Orange Gin Highball is a cocktail made with Old Mr. Boston Orange Flavored Gin, Ginger Ale, and Lemon Twist. The listed recipe is built and served in a Highball Glass.
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 3 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon
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Ingredients
- 2.0 ozOld Mr. Boston Orange Flavored GinBase Spirit
- to tasteginger aleMixer
- 1 garnishlemon twistGarnish
How to Make It
- Pour into Highball glass over ice cubes and fill with ginger ale or carbonated water.Pour
- Add twist of lemon peel, if desired, and stir.Stirred
How to Serve
- Glass
- Highball Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Cubed ice
- Method
- Stirred
Serving tips
Serving tips
Serve Orange Gin Highball cold and taste the bitterness before adjusting sweetness. A citrus peel or clean garnish can lift the aroma without making it sweeter. It is commonly matched with seafood, ceviche, salads style pairings.
Taste
What does Orange Gin Highball taste like?
Orange Gin Highball has a drier, more aromatic profile. Bitter, herbal or botanical notes give it structure and make it feel less sugary.
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Estimated sensory profile
- Noticeably sweet
Practical notes
When to choose it
How to decide if Orange Gin Highball is right for you
Orange Gin Highball is best when you want brightness and a clean tart edge. Choose it if citrus balance matters more than richness, creaminess or heavy sweetness. The listed serve is about 17.4% ABV, so strength is part of the decision.
Skip if
Skip Orange Gin Highball if...
Skip Orange Gin Highball if tart citrus is not what you want. Sour-style drinks rely on acidity, so they can feel sharp when you are looking for richness or sweetness.
When to serve
- Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.
- SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.
- Weekend DrinksSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
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Food pairings
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Diet & lifestyle
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Reviewed ingredient substitutions
Ginger Aleto taste
Lemon Twist1 garnish
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I make an Orange Gin Highball at home?
- Yes. The Orange Gin 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.