Ginger-Infused Bourbon Highball

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A refreshing twist on the classic highball with house-made ginger syrup balancing the bourbon's warmth and the soda's crispness. This recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, freshly grated ginger, simple 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 220 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: 15 min Cook: 3 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger and 1/2 oz simple syrup. Simmer for 3 minutes until fragrant and slightly reduced, then strain into a jar and cool completely.
  2. Step 2: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes until 3/4 full, then pour 2 oz bourbon and 2 oz of the ginger syrup over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Top with 4 oz ginger ale and 2 oz soda water, gently stirring with a bar spoon until the flavors meld and the ice begins to melt slightly.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with a lemon twist, expressing the oils over the drink before placing it on the rim of the glass.

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