How to Make a Japanese Lemon Sour, an Icon of Izakaya Drinks

Served throughout Japan at izakayas, the Japanese Lemon Sour or Lemon Chu-Hi is a simple highball cocktail made with shochu, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup. The cocktail is topped with club soda for a fizzy and and easy-to-drink cocktail that can be batched in advance.