Honey-Spiced Rye Whiskey Highball

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-31 · Updated 2026-07-31

A warming highball with the robust flavor of rye whiskey sweetened with honey and topped with sparkling water for balance. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, sparkling water, honey 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

• 2 oz rye whiskey
• 5 oz sparkling water
• 0.5 tsp honey
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 lemon wheel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 1 cup of ice cubes to a highball glass to chill the drink thoroughly.
2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz of rye whiskey into the glass followed by 0.5 teaspoon of honey.
3. Step 3: Stir briskly for about 20 seconds until the honey fully dissolves into the whiskey and the mixture is smooth.
4. Step 4: Slowly add 5 oz of sparkling water to the glass to top off the drink, preserving the bubbles.
5. Step 5: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel by placing it inside the glass to enhance aroma and add subtle citrus notes.