Japanese Fizz
The Japanese Fizz is a refreshing cocktail that blends the delicate flavors of sake with zesty citrus and a hint of sweetness.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Highball glass
- 6 ingredients
Japanese Fizz
Ingredients
- Blended whiskey1½ oz
- LemonJuice of 1/2
- Powdered sugar1 tsp
- Port1 tblsp
- Egg white1
- Carbonated water
Method
- Shake all ingredients (except carbonated water) with ice and strain into a highball glass over two ice cubes.
- Fill with carbonated water, stir, and serve.
What you need
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A shaker that seals
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See 7 Blended whiskey drinksWhere it comes from
The Japanese Fizz represents the intersection of Japanese beverage culture with Western fizzy cocktail traditions, gaining popularity as Japanese spirits and ingredients entered global cocktail culture. This drink often features sake, Japanese whisky, or yuzu, celebrating the delicate flavors and aesthetic principles of Japanese mixology. The Japanese Fizz exemplifies contemporary bartending's global approach to ingredient sourcing and cultural collaboration.
Tips from the bar
- Use premium sake or Japanese whisky for authentic flavor
- Fresh yuzu juice creates authentic Japanese citrus notes
- Soda water should be added gently to preserve effervescence
- Serve in a highball glass with ice for optimal temperature
- Garnish with edible flowers or cherry blossoms for visual authenticity
Twists worth trying
- Sake Fizz
- A traditional sake base with lemon and sparkling water
- Yuzu Spritz
- A light aperitif with yuzu juice and prosecco
- Umeshu Cooler
- A plum liqueur variation offering sweeter fruit notes
What to eat with it
- Nigiri sushi
- Tempura vegetables
- Edamame with sea salt
- Gyoza dumplings
- Miso-glazed fish
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Japanese Fizz?
A Japanese Fizz is made with blended whiskey, lemon, powdered sugar, port, egg white, carbonated water.
What glass do you use for a Japanese Fizz?
Serve a Japanese Fizz in a highball glass.
What does a Japanese Fizz taste like?
Expect refreshing, citrusy, effervescent.
What can I make with Blended whiskey?
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