Scotch and soda
Scotch and soda is a mixed drink consisting of Scotch whisky and soda water or other sparkling water.
| Cocktail | |
|---|---|
Scotch and soda (made approximately in ratio 1:2), served with ice | |
| Type | Highball |
| Standard drinkware | Old fashioned glass |
| Commonly used ingredients | Scotch whisky and carbonated water |
| Preparation | Measure whisky into glass (with or without ice), top with water as desired |
There is no fixed ratio of the ingredients: the amount of water can vary according to taste from a splash to several times that of the whisky. The drink can be variously served with or without ice, and sometimes also with a simple garnish such as a citrus twist.
The glassware used can be any of the tumbler type, most commonly either old fashioned or highball glass. The latter, being larger, is used especially when adding ice or a relatively larger quantity of water.
Scotch and soda is not strictly a cocktail by its most exclusive definition, as it only has two ingredients, although it can be considered a cocktail (of the highball type) in the loosest sense of the term.