Lemon-Ginger Whiskey Highball
A zesty, invigorating highball cocktail blending whiskey with ginger beer and fresh lemon juice. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together whiskey, ginger beer, fresh lemon 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz whiskey
- 6 oz ginger beer
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 slice lemon wheel
- 1 thin slice fresh ginger slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill thoroughly.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz whiskey over the ice, releasing its warm, rich scent.
- Step 3: Add 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice, enhancing brightness and acidity.
- Step 4: Slowly pour 6 oz ginger beer into the glass, preserving carbonation for a spicy fizz.
- Step 5: Stir gently for 5 seconds with a bar spoon to combine flavors without losing effervescence.
- Step 6: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel on the rim and 1 thin slice of fresh ginger floated on top for aroma and bite.
