Stirred Ginger-Orange Whiskey Sipper
A smooth whiskey cocktail balanced with zesty orange and a hint of spicy ginger for a warming, approachable drink. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, fresh orange juice, ginger liqueur 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 190 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
- 1/2 oz fresh orange juice
- 1/2 oz ginger liqueur
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes to chill. Pour in 2 oz rye whiskey, 1/2 oz fresh orange juice, 1/2 oz ginger liqueur, and 1/4 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled but not overly diluted.
- Step 3: Strain into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface, twisting to release the oils, then rest it on the rim as garnish.
