IMFL Highball
India's most popular way to enjoy whiskey - a simple highball with soda water that lets the character of Indian-made spirits shine through alongside good conversation.
- 1Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2Pour in the whiskey.
- 3Top with soda water.
- 4Stir gently once.
- 5Serve immediately.
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IMFL stands for Indian Made Foreign Liquor, a regulatory category that includes domestic brands like Royal Stag, Blenders Pride, and Officer's Choice. The whiskey-soda combination is the default order in bars across India, often consumed at legendary room temperature when ice isn't available.
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