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In recent years, whiskey prices have continued to rise and there are fewer and fewer brands available at lower prices.
For those who want to enjoy highballs at home, this is a big blow.
Therefore, in this article, our bartenders have carefully selected the best whiskeys for highballs that can be bought inexpensively.
We will reduce expenses while maintaining the high quality of taste, so that you can enjoy the highballs you make every day more.to the
Cheap whiskey that goes well with highballs in the 1,000 yen range
Whiskey priced in the 1,000 yen range is perfect for everyday home drinking.
People who consume a large amount of highballs at once or want to drink highballs casuallyis a good choice of whiskey in this price range.
All of them are delicious as highballs! There is no such thing as cheap and tasteless!
Teacher's Highland Cream
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Teacher's Highland CreamThe ",Smoky and fruity flavorThe whiskey of the
When served as a highball, it is sweet and rich, yet crisp, and has a good peculiarity that makes it addictive.
It is quite smoky in the lower price range, so beginners and those who don't like peculiar brands should be careful!
Dewars White Label
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Dewars White LabelThe ",Characterized by a fruity balanced flavorThe whiskey of the
When served in a highball, you can taste various elements such as sweetness, acidity, floral, and a slight smokiness.
I would recommend this one to anyone! Some people freeze it. I'm a room temperature person.
Jameson Standard
country of origin | Ireland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Jameson StandardThe ",Characterized by its unctuous flavor, smooth mouthfeel, and clear tasteThe whiskey of the
When served as a highball, it is light, dry, and refreshing.
It has little character, but is very easy to drink and goes well with food! Personally, this is my favorite brand in the lower price range.
Old Crow
country of origin | America |
Classification. | bourbon |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Old CrowThe ",Easy to understand bourbon flavor.Whiskey.
When served as a highball, it has a woody, slightly bitter freshness and a grain-derived sweetness.
In a good way, the coarseness that is typical of cheap bourbon is addictive! But if you don't make it tasty, it will just end up tasting like a mess.
Black Nikka Deep Blend
country of origin | Japan |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 45%. |
."Black Nikka Deep BlendThe ",Solid drinking and fruity flavor.The whiskey of the
When served as a highball, the apple-like fruity flavor is assertive, with a hint of smokiness and bitterness.
Note that the degree is a bit high at 45%! If you are used to high altitude numbers, it is full-bodied and satisfying.
Cheap whiskey that goes well with highballs in the 2,000 yen range
Whiskies priced in the 2,000-yen range are increasingly available in brands with less alcohol and more balanced and distinctive flavors.
People who want to be casual, but don't want to compromise on taste.Recommended for
All the brands we introduce are really delicious and too cosy.
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12years
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Johnnie Walker Black Label 12yearsThe ",Deep flavor and balance, with a good smokiness.The whiskey of the
When served as a highball, it is easy to drink while still being satisfying, and offers a variety of flavors with depth.
This is a brand I never miss to stock. It is the best value for the price and the best taste!
Glen Grant, Alboralis.
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Speyside) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Glen Grant, Alboralis.The ",Fresh and bright nuanced flavors.The whiskey of the
When served as a highball, you can enjoy its fresh, fruity and light taste.
It is probably the cosiest single malt whiskey!
busker
country of origin | Ireland |
Classification. | blended |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."buskerThe ",Irish but with good comfort and flavor.The whiskey is a whiskey that has been made in the same way as the original whiskey.
When served in a highball, it has a tropical fruity and gorgeously sweet taste.
It is aged in bourbon, sherry, and Marsala wine barrels! It is slightly sweet, so be careful if you are looking for a dry, refreshing taste!
maker's mark
country of origin | America |
Classification. | bourbon |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 45%. |
."maker's markThe ",Mild mouthfeel and gentle sweetnessThe whiskey of the
When made into a highball, it has a fruity, orangey, sweet and refreshing taste.
This gentle flavor is due to the fact that it is made from wheat! The alcohol content is a little high at 45%, but easy to drink!
Jim Beam Rye
country of origin | America |
Classification. | rai (Algerian music style) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Jim Beam RyeThe ",Firm oaky and spicy flavor.The whiskey of the
When served as a highball, it has a dry and crisp taste, herbal, fresh and spicy.
The distinctive spiciness is characteristic of rye whiskey (at least 51% of the ingredients are rye)!
Cheap whiskey that goes well with highballs in the 3,000 yen range
Whiskey brands in the ¥3,000 range are increasingly satisfying and of high quality when drunk.
It's nice to match it with a meal, but it's still a good idea.I want to drink good brands by themselves.This is recommended for those who want to
At this price point, the "deliciousness" of the product is well worth it!
The Singleton Dufftown 12 years old
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Speyside) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."The Singleton Dufftown 12 years oldThe ",Light, aromatic and refreshingly fruity.The whiskey of the
When served in a highball, the overall balance of sweetness, freshness, bitterness, and oaky aroma can be felt.
While not outstandingly unique, it is perfect for those who prefer a gentle, easy-drinking highball.
Finlagan Original Peaty
country of origin | Scotland |
Classification. | single malt (Ira) |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 40%. |
."Finlagan Original PeatyThe ",Firmly smoky and tidal.The whiskey of the
When served as a highball, it has a punchy yet light and refreshing flavor.
It has a strong peculiar taste, so beginners and those who like easy-drinking whiskey should be careful!
Buffalo Trace
country of origin | America |
Classification. | bourbon |
content by volume | 750ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 45%. |
."Buffalo TraceThe ",Complexity and cohesiveness go hand in hand.It is a bourbon whiskey that is made from a bourbon whiskey that is made from a bourbon whiskey.
When served in a highball, you can enjoy the gentle grain sweetness, freshness, and powerful flavor.
Despite the bottle design, it tastes elegant! Quite high cosmetic!
Basker Single Malt
country of origin | Ireland |
Classification. | single malt |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 44.3% (%) |
."Basker Single MaltThe ",Smooth mouthfeel, unctuous taste, and rich flavorThe whiskey of the
When served in a highball, it has a light, tropical, fruity taste.
You will find a slight sweetness, high quality and balance.
Nikka Session
country of origin | Japan |
Classification. | blended malt |
content by volume | 700ml |
degree (e.g. temperature) | 43%. |
."Nikka SessionThe "ƒ" is aFull-flavored, fruity and slightly smoky flavor.The whiskey of the
When served in a highball, it is sweet and fruity, easy to drink and complex at the same time.
It is classified as a blended malt, a blend of several malt whiskies, mainly Yoichi and Miyagikyo malt whiskies and Ben Nevis, a Scotch single malt!
A professional explains how to make a delicious highball.
If you can find whiskey for highballs,To drink more deliciously, let's learn how to make a highball.
The evening meal will certainly be upgraded from what it is now!
For more information on how to use a bar spoon, please refer to the following article.
To ensure a consistent taste every time, measure the whiskey using a measuring cup.
Use the largest ice cubes you can buy at a convenience store. They are harder to melt than smaller ones and will prevent the ice from becoming watery. Keep the amount of ice to the eighth part of the glass. If you fill the glass too full, it will be watery and you will feel stress from too much ice hitting your lips when you drink.
Using a bar spoon, steer the whiskey until the aroma rises. The ice will not melt as the whiskey cools, and the aroma and flavor will be more cohesive. Do not be afraid of melting the ice by steeping.
A ratio of "whiskey:soda = 1:3" is recommended. When pouring, do not pour over ice. If you pour over ice, the carbonation will be lost and the whiskey will not mix well with the soda.
To prevent carbonation, use a bar spoon to gently steer the soda only once. As mentioned in Step 3, if you pour the soda without hitting the ice, the whiskey will be completely mixed in just one stir.
Recommended snacks to go with highballs.
Since it is difficult to go to the trouble of making snacks at home, it is recommended to buy commercial ones.
My top recommendation among them is Seijo Ishii's products! The quality is high and there is really nothing wrong with their products! I sometimes buy from Seijo Ishii, too!
Mixed nuts [Large bag] 300g
Assortment of French cheeses 110g
Two kinds of natural cheese and smoked duck in oil 170g (individual portion 130g)
1 Pizza Margherita with Mozzarella and Parmigiano
Smoked Oyster 90g
Q&A about shipping and delivery
Recommended glasses for highballs.
In fact, whiskey isThe impression and mouthfeel of the flavor changes drastically depending on the glass used.
If you want your drink to taste as good as possible, pay attention to the glass.
The low-priced and medium-priced types introduced here are both glasses with thin rims (the rim of the glass).
The thinner the rim, the smoother the mouthfeel!
Both glasses are plain and simple, but the color of the whiskey is better appreciated because of it.
Toyo Sasaki Glass Usui Usurai Tumbler
capacity | 370ml |
Size | Height: 135mm Bore: 72mm |
Manufacturing Method | machine-made |
raw materials | soda-lime glass (most common type of glass) |
Toyo Sasaki Glass's ".Thin Ice Smell TumblerThe ",Tumbler with excellent cost performance that can be bought for less than 1,000 yen and used vigorously.It is.
Despite its low price, the rim is thin and will give you a good feel for the mouthfeel.
Thin yet durable, it is easy to use on a daily basis and recommended for beginners!
Kimura Glass Compact 10oz Tumbler
capacity | 320ml |
Size | Height: 121mm Bore: 69mm |
Manufacturing Method | handmade |
raw materials | barium crystal |
Kimura Glass Shop's ".Compact 10oz tumbleris in the 2,000 yen range, which is a moderate price range for a glass,The rim is quite thin and the softness of the mouthfeel is clearly perceptible.Tumbler.
Handmade and at a low price for such thinness, it is well cosmetically pleasing.
Recommended for those who are particular about the taste and mouthfeel of whiskey.It is.
By the way, different sizes.12oz typeare also available for sale.
Since it is really thin, be careful not to break it when adding ice or washing dishes!
Q&A about whiskies that go well with highballs
Summary of cheap whiskeys that go well with highballs
Here are some of the best brands of whiskey introduced in this issue.
- Scotch
."Glen Grant, Alboralis." - Irish
."busker" - American
."Buffalo Trace" - Japanese (people, language)
."Nikka Session"
Highball is the perfect way to drink whiskey when you want to drink it casually or with a meal.
If you choose the right brand and make it the right way, it will taste completely different from the highballs you used to drink at the pub!It will be a highball of
Of course, the taste of a tavern has its advantages,If you are going to drink at home, you want to stick to your own tastes.
We hope that this article will inspire you to make the best highball you can.
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