Like the other members of the Rat Pack, Sammy Davis Jr. had a vintage Hollywood cool factor. This attitude spilled over to his drink preference — Japanese whisky.
He enjoyed it in a simple cocktail that pairs perfectly with this booze: the highball. This strong concoction features two parts whisky and four parts club soda or ginger ale.
The highball became so synonymous with Davis' persona on and off the stage that Suntory Whisky tapped him to be a spokesman for its Japanese-crafted alcohol.
Davis Jr.'s association with Suntory Whisky helped popularize the brand, which has been around since 1923, but its taste paved the way for its longevity.