cocktail detail | House of Suntory

Also known as the 'Kaku High,' this chilled highball beautifully brings out the inherent flavor and fullness of Japan’s first blended whisky.

Light and refreshing, this mixed drink is perfect for savoring the vibrant energy of Japanese summers and pairing with izakaya-style cuisine. Enjoy a crisp Kaku Highball cocktail at mealtime or anytime, ensuring that the glass, spirit, and soda are thoroughly chilled beforehand.

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ingredients and how to craft

What You Need

45 Kakubin Blended Whisky
3 premium soda water
Grapefruit slice or lemon peel

What you need

The highball is a refreshing whisky drink, and the secret is not to overstir it so it doesn't lose its fizz. Also recommended is highball without ice, which lets you savor the whisky's flavor and sweetness more.

A glass of Toki Japanese Highball with ice

Step 1

Fill a glass with ice and let chill

Step 2

Pour chilled whisky

Step 3

Stir

Step 4

Add chilled soda (3- 4 parts soda to 1 part whisky)

Step 5

Give a single stir from bottom to top with a bar spoon

Step 6

Add a twist of grapefruit or lemon citrus. Enjoy!

Complete your cocktail with

Perfection is the only possible result when you blend the sophistication of the Negroni with the elegance and nuanced flavors of our Roku Gin. The citrus, floral, and spicy notes of our gin harmonise with the sweetness and the bitterness of this mixed drink, adding layers of complexity to this iconic Roku Gin Cocktail and making it even more enjoyable.

Remember to chill the drink before serving it with ice, ensuring it doesn’t dilute, and embark on a journey through the flavors of Japan.