Spiced Ginger Highball
A fiery blend of ginger ale and bourbon, balanced with a touch of honey for warmth and sweetness. This cocktail-inspired quick meals ready in about 5 minutes brings together Bourbon, Ginger ale, 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 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.
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz Bourbon
- 6 oz Ginger ale
- 0.5 tbsp Honey
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes until the glass is about 3/4 full.
- Step 2: Pour 2.5 oz bourbon into the glass, then add 0.5 tbsp honey and stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
- Step 3: Top with 6 oz ginger ale, ensuring the ice is fully submerged and the drink is well-chilled.
- Step 4: Garnish with a slice of fresh ginger and a cinnamon stick.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Ginger Highball take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Spiced Ginger Highball?
Refrigerate any leftover spiced ginger highball in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Ginger Highball?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Ginger Highball for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Ginger Highball?
Cocktail quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
