Move over G&T, there’s a new drink in town and goes by the name of whisky highball. That’s right, it may just be spirits and soda but the tall, cool drink is winning over fans thanks to its refreshing flavour combinations and lower ABV.

Jumping on board with the trend, the world’s number one blended scotch whisky brand, Johnnie Walker has announced that it will launch a highballs-only rooftop bar at this year’s Adelaide Fringe.

The new pop-up will celebrate the drink of the season with four highballs – a Johnnie and lemon, Johnnie and ginger, Johnnie and crisp apple and Johnnie and blood orange – priced at just $10. For $2 more, festivalgoers will be able to order a serve of spiced popcorn, created by Africola’s Duncan Welgemoed.

Diageo Johnnie Walker ambassador Katie Nagar said: “The Scotch highball continues to experience huge resurgence and for good reason. It is a simple and tasty drink that showcases the quality of Scotch whisky, while its low ABV means you can enjoy a lighter style drink that still offers amazing flavour.

“We’re thrilled to partner with the Africola team to create a unique experience that showcases the variety of flavours and versatility of the Highball, providing the perfect pit-stop in between shows to take Adelaide’s world-famous Fringe Festival to new heights – quite literally!”

Johnnie Walker’s Highball Rooftop will open at the Gluttony district at Rymill Park on February 14, 2020.