Whiskey Ginger

This whiskey ginger cocktail is made with whiskey, ginger ale, and fresh lime for a light, bubbly, refreshing drink. It's simple, crisp, and easy to make in minutes.

Two glasses of golden cocktail with ice, each garnished with a lime wedge and sugared rim, sit on a white surface near lime slices and a bottle cap.

A whiskey ginger is one of the easiest cocktails to make-just whiskey, ginger ale, and a squeeze of fresh lime. It's light, bubbly, and refreshing, with enough whiskey flavor to keep things interesting.

I love how the ginger ale softens the edges of the whiskey while adding a gentle spice. The lime brightens everything up, giving the drink a crisp, clean finish that's easy to sip.

It's the kind of no-fuss cocktail I reach for when I want something cold and quick. Simple ingredients, a few minutes, and you've got a classic that always hits the spot.

Tip: While it can definitely be made to taste, the classic ratio is 2 ounces of whiskey to 6 ounces of ginger ale. Want to make a lower alcohol drink? Half the amount and use a rocks glass instead.

Two glasses of golden cocktail with ice, each garnished with a lime wedge and sugared rim, sit on a white surface near lime slices and a bottle cap.
Kristen Stevens

Whiskey Ginger

A whiskey ginger made with whiskey, ginger ale, and a squeeze of fresh lime. It's crisp, refreshing, and wonderfully simple.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail

Ingredients  

  • 2 ounces whiskey
  • 6 ounces ginger ale
  • Lime wedge to serve

Method
 

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
    A clear glass filled with several large ice cubes sits on a white marble surface.
  2. Add the whiskey, then add the ginger ale. Give it a quick stir, then garnish with a lime wedge on the side of the glass and serve it right away.
    2 ounces whiskey, 6 ounces ginger ale, Lime wedge
    A tall glass filled with a golden-brown beverage, ice cubes, and garnished with a lime wedge, placed on a white marble surface.
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Notes

ingredients needed to make a whiskey ginger
While not traditional, I love serving whiskey gingers with a piece of candied ginger on the side. 
Whiskey is being poured over ice cubes into a glass, with whiskey bottles and lime wedges visible in the background.
Two glasses of amber-colored cocktails with ice, garnished with lime wedges and cocktail picks, are placed on a white surface with liquor bottles and extra lime wedges nearby.

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