Stirred Honey-Ginger Warmth
A soothing stirred cocktail combining the sweetness of honey with the subtle spice of fresh ginger. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together bourbon, honey syrup (1:1 honey to water), fresh ginger 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 210 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 bourbon
- 3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- 1/2 oz fresh ginger juice
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 piece thin orange peel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place a mixing glass filled halfway with large ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz bourbon, 3/4 oz honey syrup, and 1/2 oz fresh ginger juice.
- Step 2: Add 2 dashes of orange bitters.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly without frothing.
- Step 4: Strain into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
- Step 5: Express a thin orange peel over the surface to release oils, then drag it around the rim and lay it across the ice as garnish.
