Dr. Schlager – Goldschläger & Dr Pepper Highball

The Dr. Schlager combines Goldschläger and Dr Pepper in a simple two-ingredient highball. The cinnamon liqueur adds sweetness, spice, and warmth, while the soda stretches the drink with carbonation and its familiar blend of dark fruit and spice flavors.

What You'll Need

Ingredients

• Goldschläger: Provides cinnamon flavor, sweetness, and the alcoholic base.
• Dr Pepper: Adds carbonation, sweetness, and a complex soda-spice profile.

Another cinnamon schnapps can replace Goldschläger, although the flavor and strength may differ.

Equipment

• Highball Glass
• Jigger
• Bar spoon

Why the Combination Works

Cinnamon already fits naturally with the dark spice and fruit notes in Dr Pepper. Using twice as much soda as liqueur keeps the cinnamon noticeable without letting it overwhelm the drink.

Substitutions & Variations

• Use another cinnamon schnapps if Goldschläger is unavailable.
• Adjust the soda slightly if using a sweeter or lower-proof cinnamon liqueur.
• Diet Dr Pepper can be used for a less sugary variation.

Helpful Tips

• Chill the Dr Pepper before mixing.
• Use plenty of fresh ice.
• Add the soda last to preserve carbonation.
• Stir only once or twice after topping.