Scotch and Water

2 oz Scotch
1 oz Spring Water (chilled)

Build Scotch and water in a highball glass.


Ingredient Profile

Details

Servings 1
Category Liquor and Mix
Family
Structure Highball
Attributes Classic
Proof 53.3
Strength 1.3 standard drinks
Flavors
Glass Highball Glass
Temperature Cool

Notes

This drink varies greatly with the drinker's preferences. You can make it with or without ice. I make it without ice, but with chilled water so the drink starts out at a cool temperature.

The ratio of Scotch to water can vary wildly. If you're trying to open up a barrel proof, or some other closed Scotch, sometimes just a dash or two of water will suffice. If you prefer the Scotch to be more diluted, it is not unheard of to go all the way to a 4 to 1 water to Scotch ratio.

Use high quality spring or filtered water.