The Artistry of Mixing Drinks by Frank Meier (1936, p.64)
| 1 glass | brandy — Brandy | base |
| 1 large piece | ice — Ice | base |
| Soda water — Soda water | dilution |
- Build over a large piece of ice in a tumbler, add soda water, and serve.
Ice: Ice
Brandy Highball is the base spirit-and-soda highball in Meier's format.
The Artistry of Mixing Drinks by Frank Meier (1936, p.64)
| 1 glass | brandy — Brandy | base |
| 1 large piece | ice — Ice | base |
| Soda water — Soda water | dilution |
Ice: Ice
Book notes the same build for Bacardi, gin, peach brandy, rum, or either whiskey.