Bermuda Highball

Dry All Year Round Casual Pre-Dinner

🥃 Glass type Highball glass

⚗️ Method Shaken

⏱ Difficulty Intermediate

🌡 Strength Strong (18-25%)

⚡ Intensity Medium

🍬 Sweetness Dry

Ingredients for a Bermuda Highball

Brandy 0.75 oz (22 ml)
Gin 0.75 oz (22 ml)
Dry Vermouth 0.75 oz (22 ml)
Carbonated Water to taste
Lemon Peel to taste

How to make a Bermuda Highball

Pour brandy, gin, and dry vermouth into a highball glass over ice cubes. Fill with carbonated water and stir. Add the twist of lemon and serve. (Ginger ale may be substituted for carbonated water, if preferred.)

What to eat with a Bermuda Highball

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The Bermuda Highball's dry and complex character pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes that can stand up to its robust flavors. For an elegant yet casual evening, consider pairing it with seared scallops in a light lemon butter sauce, allowing the cocktail’s citrus notes from the lemon peel to complement the seafood perfectly. Alternatively, enjoy it alongside a crisp green salad dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, where the acidity of both the dressing and the cocktail create a refreshing balance that enhances each bite.

◈ Tasting notes Bermuda Highball

Appearance:

The Bermuda Highball presents itself in an elegant tumbler, its hue a captivating shade of amber with subtle reflections of gold and honey. The clarity is impeccable, allowing for a clear view into the layers of complexity within. With a slight twist of lemon peel on top, delicate bubbles rise to the surface, giving the drink a lively and effervescent appearance.

Aroma:

Upon first nosing, the cocktail opens with an invigorating burst of citrus zest, followed by a nuanced blend of juniper and herbal undertones from the gin. As the aromas develop, notes of spiced brandy and dry vermouth emerge, creating a harmonious interplay between fresh and aged spirits. The carbonated water introduces a crispness that complements these rich elements without overwhelming them.

Palate:

The entry is refreshingly sharp with zesty lemon peel, quickly followed by the robust yet balanced flavors of gin and brandy. Mid-palate reveals a complex intermingling of spices from both the gin and the dry vermouth, bringing forth hints of cardamom and coriander that dance alongside the rich, oaky notes of aged spirits. The texture is light yet substantial due to the carbonated water, which provides a lively effervescence without diminishing the cocktail’s depth. The balance between sweet, sour, bitter, and spirit is masterfully crafted, ensuring each element supports rather than competes with the others.

Finish:

The finish is long and elegant, leaving behind lingering notes of citrus peel intertwined with subtle herbal and spiced tones. There's a gentle warmth from the brandy that lingers on the palate without becoming overpowering, creating an overall impression of sophistication and finesse.