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Mizuwari Whisky Cocktail Recipe

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By Kaitlyn Goalen/

The Japanese have taken a serious liking to the highball in recent years. Economics is one reason: A small whisky stretched with water yields more bang for the buck. Also, lower-proof drinks pair well with Japanese cuisine. Perhaps most important, Japanese whiskys are often densely layered with flavors from many barrel types and still shapes. These blends and vattings all show their best when they are cut down in strength. The pinnacle of this is the mizuwari preparation, a tradition found in Japan's higher-end whisky bars.

Adapted from Neyah White, Brand Ambassador, Yamakazi and Hibiki

Mizuwari
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Make this Mizuwari cocktail from Neyah White, Brand Ambassador for Yamakazi and Hibiki.
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Cook Time
10
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Servings
1
cocktail
Total time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
  • Large ice cubes
  • 1 ounce Japanese whisky
  • 2 to 3½ ounces good-quality mineral water
Directions
  1. In a Collins glass, add 1 to 2 ice cubes and stir rapidly for 20 seconds to chill the glass. Hold back the ice with a barspoon while draining off the water.
  2. Add the whisky and stir clockwise exactly 13½ turns. Set the spoon on the lip of the glass, with the end resting on the counter.
  3. Add the mineral water, then use the spoon to stir exactly 3½ times to blend.
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