The Bandoeng’22 Coco-Tonic Highball

The Bandoeng’22 Coco-Tonic Highball is a refreshing cocktail that combines the smooth sweetness of coconut with the crisp bitterness of tonic. In this elegant highball, the aromatic flavour of pandan liqueur brings a tropical character that ties the drink together beautifully.

Highball cocktails are known for their simplicity and refreshing style. By combining pandan liqueur with coconut water and tonic, this cocktail creates a balanced drink where gentle sweetness, light bitterness and tropical aroma complement each other perfectly.

Pandan Coco-Tonic Highball Recipe

Ingredients

• 40 ml Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur

• 40 ml coconut water

• 80 ml tonic water

• Ice cubes

Garnish

• coconut chips

• pandan leaf (optional)

How to Make the Bandoeng’22 Coco-Tonic Highball

1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.

2. Pour 40 ml of Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur over the ice.

3. Add the coconut water.

4. Top with chilled tonic water.

5. Stir gently and garnish with coconut chips or a pandan leaf.

What is a Highball Cocktail?

A highball is a classic cocktail style made by combining a spirit with a larger proportion of sparkling mixer such as soda, tonic or ginger beer. Highballs are known for their refreshing and easy-drinking character, making them popular cocktails for aperitifs and casual occasions.

Why Pandan Works with Coconut

Pandan and coconut are classic flavour partners in Southeast Asian cuisine. Coconut adds a soft sweetness and creamy character, while pandan contributes a fragrant aroma often described as a combination of vanilla and tropical herbs. Together they create a balanced cocktail with a distinctive tropical character.

Food pairing
The Bandoeng’22 Coco-Tonic Highball pairs beautifully with light Asian dishes and tropical flavours. The subtle sweetness of coconut balances spicy dishes, while the crisp tonic refreshes the palate.

This cocktail works particularly well with dishes such as:

• chicken satay
• bao buns
• Thai curries
• grilled seafood 

The tropical pandan and coconut notes complement aromatic spices and coconut-based sauces often found in Southeast Asian cuisine.

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