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Bermuda Highball

The Bermuda Highball is a medium brandy highball, herbal on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.

Flavor profile

Tart
12 out of 100
Sweet
12 out of 100
Fruity
12 out of 100
Herbal
44 out of 100
Boozy
42 out of 100

How to make a Bermuda Highball

To make a Bermuda Highball, build over ice in a highball glass: ¾ oz brandy, ¾ oz gin, ¾ oz dry vermouth and 3 oz carbonated water. Garnish with lemon peel.

You'll need

1 drink

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour in brandy, gin and dry vermouth.

  3. 3

    Top with carbonated water.

  4. 4

    Give it one gentle stir.

  5. 5

    Garnish with a lemon twist.

Why build it in the glass? Nothing here needs shaking, and pouring straight in keeps the carbonated water fizzy.

Bermuda Highball questions

What does a Bermuda Highball taste like?

Mostly herbal. It's a medium drink at about 13% ABV once mixed.

How strong is a Bermuda Highball?

About 13% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.

What's the difference between a Bermuda Highball and an English Highball?

Both use brandy, gin and carbonated water. The Bermuda Highball adds dry vermouth, while the English Highball uses sweet vermouth.

Can I make Bermuda Highballs in a batch?

Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 4½ oz brandy, 4½ oz gin and 4½ oz dry vermouth in a jug and chill it. Top each glass with carbonated water as you serve, so it stays fizzy.

What glass do you serve a Bermuda Highball in?

A highball glass.