CocktailsJapanese RichardObradovic Aug 20, 2025 26
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Description
Light, sparkling, and fragrant — this classic Japanese highball pairs sweet-plum umeshu with crisp soda for a refreshing, elegant sip ✨. Perfect as an aperitif or an easy crowd-pleaser on warm evenings.
Ingredients
🍶 Umeshu (plum wine): 60 ml (2 fl oz)
💧 Chilled soda water: 120–150 ml (4–5 fl oz)
❄️ Ice cubes
🍋 Thin lemon wheel or shiso leaf, for garnish
Preparation
1️⃣ Fill a highball glass with ice.
2️⃣ Pour in umeshu.
3️⃣ Top gently with chilled soda water (stir once to combine without losing bubbles).
4️⃣ Garnish with a lemon wheel or shiso.
Total Time
🕒 Prep: 2 minutes
⏳ Total: 2 minutes
Nutritional Value
🔋 Energy: ~120 kcal
💪 Protein: 0 g
🧈 Fat: 0 g
🍞 Carbohydrates: 10–12 g
🧂 Sodium: 5 mg
Advice
Chill the glass beforehand and add the soda last without vigorous stirring to keep the fizz lively.
Status
Bubbly, floral, and effortlessly chic — Umeshu 🫧 Soda Fizz brings a touch of Tokyo lounge to your evening. #grannyzen #umeshu #japanesecocktails #highball
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