Not a whiskey fan? Think again! This refreshing, 3-ingredient Ginger Whiskey Cocktail recipe might just change your mind.
I’m a total whiskey fan.
Some of my favorite whiskey cocktails are these Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktails, a classic Old Fashioned made with maple syrup and this Gold Rush Cocktail made with bourbon and Domaine de Canton ginger liqueur.
But when I’m craving a super fast whiskey libation, nothing beats a long, tall glass of this refreshing Ginger Whiskey Cocktail.
This Ginger Whiskey Cocktail has only three ingredients
Whether you call it a ginger whiskey or a whiskey ginger, this cocktail couldn’t be simpler to throw together after a long day. Grab your ginger ale, whiskey and some fresh lime slices, and you’re ready for happy hour.
The only time I’m a stickler for a certain type of whiskey is when St. Patrick’s Day rolls around. Since everyone is a little bit Irish on March 17th, Irish whiskey is a must in this Ginger Whiskey Cocktail on St. Paddy’s Day.
Not feeling the whiskey love? I know whiskey can be a bit polarizing. Either you love it (me, me, me!) or can’t stomach it (that would be Lisa). I like to think this Ginger Whiskey Cocktail is a happy medium for those non-whiskey lovers out there. The bubbly ginger ale mellows the whiskey and keeps the cocktail’s flavor light and bright. Stir in a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and your happy hour cocktail is good to go.
It’s easy to serve this Ginger Whiskey Cocktail recipe as a batch cocktail for parties
Make this Ginger Whiskey Cocktail the signature drink for your next party. Simply create a DIY cocktail space so guests can mix up their own beverages. Place the whiskey, ginger ale and lime wedges on a table along with glasses and ice. Guests can add as much or as little whiskey to their cocktails as they like!
Recommended Equipment:
Ginger Whiskey Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2-3 ounces whiskey
- Ginger ale
- Lime wedge
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour whiskey into glass. Top with ginger ale. Squeeze and float a lime wedge in the glass.
Recipe Notes
The amount of whiskey can vary depending on your personal taste (and size of your glass). Pour in the amount that works for you!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
Oh I’m definitely in the whiskey loving camp! And ginger too! So I’ll raise a glass of this with you! Cheers!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
I could definitely kick back and relax with one of these ginger & whisky cocktails. They look and sound seriously delicious.. have to pin the photos!
Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says
Such a gorgeous cocktail! Perfect for the weekend!
Anna says
TGIF, Serena!
Amy Shalosky says
This is known here in Milwaukee as a Milwaukee Mule (as opposed to a Moscow Mule, which uses vodka instead of whiskey), and it is fantastic!
Anna says
Good to know. Now I can sound like a local the next time I visit Milwaukee!
Carol says
Other than the lime wedge, I’ve always known this drink to be called a High Ball.
Anna says
Interesting, Carol. I’ve never heard that before. Cheers!