The Imperial Fizz breaks from tradition by combining two base spirits — light rum and blended whiskey — in a single fizz. The rum adds a subtle tropical sweetness while the whiskey brings body and warmth. Topped with lemon juice, powdered sugar, and soda water, it’s a more complex and full-bodied fizz than the standard gin version. The name ‘Imperial’ reflects the drink’s ambition: bigger, bolder, and more layered than a simple fizz.

Ingredients

1/2 oz light rum
1 1/2 oz blended whiskey
juice of 1/2 lemons
1 tsp powdered sugar
carbonated water

Instructions

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.