A high ball or “tall” drink was a simple cocktail made with about 3-parts sparkling mixer and blended with 1-part spirit. The gin and tonic, or G&T, is one example of a high ball style cocktail. We like to think the gin and tonic has been around for so long, not only because it is simple to make, but because it continues to evolve with new gins and tonics released every day.

The same can be said for other traditional high balls such as the Moscow Mule. Made from ginger beer, and vodka, and a strong squeeze of lime juice, this simple drink continues to gain in popularity evidenced by the number of copper mugs seen in use in bars today, the cup it is usually served in.

Top Note can make your classic high ball a simple yet refined experience. Here are a few we recommend;