Pep-Up Peppermint Schnapps Highball
Cool, fizzy, and unapologetically minty, the Pep-Up Peppermint Schnapps Highball pairs crisp lemon-lime soda with smooth peppermint schnapps for an easy, refreshing mixed drink that comes together in seconds.
Cool, fizzy, and refreshingly mint-forward, the Pep-Up Peppermint Schnapps Highball is built for effortless sipping. With just two ingredients and a tall pour over ice, this mixed drink delivers bright sweetness, clean carbonation, and a crisp peppermint finish that works for casual parties or quick solo pours.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Peppermint Schnapps – the sweet, cooling backbone that gives the drink its signature mint flavor.
- Lemon-Lime Soda – adds citrus brightness, sweetness, and lively carbonation.
Equipment
- Highball glass
- Ice
- Bar spoon (optional)
Why This Drink Works
Minty, Simple, and Straightforward
The Pep-Up keeps things uncomplicated. Peppermint schnapps brings bold flavor, while lemon-lime soda lightens the profile and keeps the drink refreshing instead of overpowering. It’s a true pour-and-stir highball that doesn’t ask for special tools or prep.
Substitutions & Variations
- Use club soda with a squeeze of fresh lime for a drier, less sweet version.
- Swap in tonic water for subtle bitterness and extra bite.
- Add a small splash of grenadine for color and a hint of fruit sweetness.
Helpful Tips
- Use plenty of ice to keep the drink crisp and properly diluted.
- Stir gently to preserve carbonation.
- Garnish with a mint sprig or lime wheel if you want extra aroma without adding sweetness.
Pep-Up Recipe
Type of Glass
Highball Glass
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz.
Directions
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Pour Peppermint Schnapps over the ice.
- Top with Lemon Lime Soda.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Serve immediately while well chilled.
A no-fuss peppermint highball that proves simple builds can still deliver bold, refreshing flavor.
