High Life Singel Recipe

Prepare glass

Chill a tall pilsner or 12–16 oz beer glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes, or fill it with ice while you prepare the other elements. If you used ice to chill, discard that ice and add fresh ice (about 4 standard cubes).

Mix small components

In a small mixing glass or measuring cup, combine the fresh lime juice (0.5 fl oz) and simple syrup (0.25 fl oz). Add the two dashes of Angostura bitters and stir once or twice to blend.

Build the cocktail

Pour the lime-simple-bitters mixture into the chilled glass over the fresh ice. If using sparkling water to lighten, add 2 fl oz now. Slowly tilt the glass and pour 12 fl oz of cold light lager down the side of the glass to minimize foam and preserve carbonation.

Final adjustment

Give the drink a gentle stir once with a bar spoon (1–2 turns) to integrate the small amount of citrus and bitters without knocking out too much carbonation.

Garnish and serve

Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.