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Honey Ginger Highball

Whiskey, honey syrup and lemon stirred over ice, then topped with ginger ale.

Time
3 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Built in glass
Glass
Highball glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 1 serving.

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Garnish: Lemon slice (1 slice)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice.

  2. 2

    Stir in the whiskey, honey syrup and lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Top with ginger ale and garnish with a lemon slice.

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Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
  • Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
  • Citrus pressSqueezes fresh lemon and lime fast — fresh juice is the biggest upgrade you can make.

Recommended glassware

  • Highball glassTall and straight for long, fizzy mixed drinks over ice.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: Mixistry Thanksgiving Bar recipe cards. Original recipe owned by Mixistry, from the Thanksgiving Bar recipe card pack. Last updated 2026-10-11.

Contains alcohol. For adults 21+ (or the legal drinking age where you live). Please enjoy responsibly.

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