Ginger-Citrus Mezcal Highball
A refreshing and smoky highball cocktail with bright citrus notes and spicy ginger that tingles the palate. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh lime juice, ginger syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 130 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz mezcal
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz ginger syrup
- 3 oz club soda
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 lime wheel
- 1 thin slice fresh ginger slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 1.5 oz mezcal, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz ginger syrup.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 15 seconds to combine and chill without losing carbonation.
- Step 3: Top with 3 oz club soda and give a brief gentle stir to integrate.
- Step 4: Garnish by floating a lime wheel and resting a thin fresh ginger slice on top for aroma.
