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whisky

🥗Healthier: vodka

💰Cheaper: soju

Vodka offers a lighter option, while soju is more affordable.

green tea

🥗Healthier: matcha

💰Cheaper: black tea

Matcha provides a richer flavor, while black tea is often less expensive.

carbonated water

🥗Healthier: soda water

💰Cheaper: tap water

Soda water is a healthier option, while tap water can be used if carbonation isn't essential.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener, while agave syrup is often cheaper.

Prepare a syrup by mixing honey, sugar, and brewed green tea.

Pour the syrup into a mixing glass.

Add 1 1/2 ounces of whisky to the mixing glass.

Stir the mixture to combine the syrup and whisky.

Fill a highball glass with cubed ice.

Pour the high carbonated soda around the ice.

Gently stir to allow the whisky to mix with the syrup and soda.

Garnish with a mint leaf.

Equipment Needed

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