Ginger-Honey Whiskey Sour Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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A bright and warming whiskey sour enhanced with fresh ginger and honey for a smooth, balanced cocktail. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, honey 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 180 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz bourbon whiskey
3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
3/4 oz (1:1 honey and water) honey syrup
1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
as needed ice cubes
1, for garnish lemon wheel
1, for garnish fresh ginger slice

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare honey syrup by mixing equal parts honey and warm water (for example, 1/4 cup honey with 1/4 cup water) until fully combined and cooled.
Step 2: In a shaker, muddle 1 tsp freshly grated ginger with 3/4 oz honey syrup to release the ginger’s aroma.
Step 3: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and fill the shaker with ice cubes.
Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy.
Step 5: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 6: Garnish with a lemon wheel and a thin slice of fresh ginger on the rim for aroma and visual appeal.
Step 7: Serve immediately and imbibe this warming citrus-ginger whiskey sour.