How to make the perfect Highball with Hidetsugu Ueno in Bar High Five, Tokyo, Japan

The Japanese highball: simple on the surface—just whisky and soda — but behind it lies a world of technique, elegance, and precision. In this episode, Mr Lyan learns the true art of the highball from a master of Japanese bartending. From perfectly tempered ice to the delicate pour that preserves carbonation, every detail matters. This isn’t just a drink; it’s a ritual. Subtle, sparkling, and deeply layered, the highball shows how even the simplest ingredients, treated with care, can become something extraordinary 🥃✨