Honey-Orange Rye Whiskey Highball

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A subtly sweet rye whiskey highball enhanced with a touch of honey syrup and fresh orange juice for a smooth citrus finish. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, club soda, fresh orange juice 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 140 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: 4 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1 cup of ice cubes into a highball glass to chill it well.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz of rye whiskey over the ice and let it rest for 10 seconds to integrate.
  3. Step 3: Add 0.5 oz of honey syrup and 1 oz of freshly squeezed orange juice directly into the glass.
  4. Step 4: Slowly top with 3 oz of chilled club soda, pouring gently to maintain bubbles.
  5. Step 5: Stir gently with a bar spoon for about 10 seconds to blend honey and orange with whiskey.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 1 fresh orange slice on the rim and serve immediately for a balanced, sweet-citrus sip.

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