Brought to you by West Cork Whiskey.

Move over, Aperol Spritz.

There’s a new drink in town this summer and it’s about to become the undisputed champion of the summer party calendar.

We’re talking, of course, about the West Cork Highball: a simple blend of West Cork Whiskey, tonic water, Angostura Bitters and a juicy slice of fresh orange.

Forget the stuffy stereotypes of Irish whiskey (tweed waistcoats and fellas with names like Mickey O’Malley brooding over a smoky dram). The West Cork Highball is lively, fresh and fizzy.

If you’re a whiskey fan it’s summer in a glass, but if you’re a curious newbie, it’s an unexpected treat.

This beauty is all sunshine and good times, a marriage of West Cork Bourbon Cask Irish Whiskey and refreshing, citrusy support acts that’s as simple as it is delicious.

Ask for the signature serve

This concoction has been bubbling up in West Cork towns like Skibbereen and Clonakilty for a year now, but whispers (and the occasional delighted social media post) tell us it’s rapidly becoming a hit in the city, offering a tasty new option in the dated spritz space.

The best bit? With no bells or whistles necessary, it’s easy to make a West Cork Highball at home too:

“Summer is the season to gather and raise a glass in the beer gardens after work or a mate’s backyard and with this intriguing drink, you only need four ingredients!” West Cork Distillers told us.

“West Cork Whiskey, tonic water, Angostura bitters and a slice of orange (yes orange like! We know!), did we forget ice?”

Who knew Irish whiskey could be this refreshing? No tweed waistcoats or Peaky Blinders caps required.

Drink alcohol responsibly. To find out more about West Cork Whiskey, visit the website.