Ingredients
- 60 ml Rye whiskey e.g. Rittenhouse, Bulleit Rye, Old Overholt
- 120 ml Ginger ale
- Garnish Lime wedge
Preparation
- Build in a highball glass over ice and stir.
- Garnish with lime wedge. A wedge is a thick, lengthwise slice — usually a quarter or eighth of the fruit.
Origin Story
The Rye & Ginger cocktail emerged in the mid-20th century, capitalizing on the rising popularity of rye whiskey in the United States. This simple highball combines the spiciness of rye with the sweetness of ginger ale, making it a favored choice among whiskey enthusiasts.
