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Whiskey Ginger with a Bitter Twist in a collins glass with ginger ale, to top and orange or grapefruit slice (AI-generated image)
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Whiskey Ginger with a Bitter Twist

Whiskey and ginger ale with a splash of bitter Italian aperitif for depth. A small change that makes a plain highball more interesting.

Time
2 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Built in glass
Glass
Collins glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 1 serving.

  • Whiskey — Tennessee whiskey1 ½ oz
  • Campari — Italian bitter aperitif1 ½ tsp

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Garnish: Ginger ale, to top, Orange or grapefruit slice (1 slice)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Build the whiskey and aperitif over ice in a Collins glass.

  2. 2

    Top with ginger ale.

  3. 3

    Garnish with an orange or grapefruit slice.

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.

Recommended glassware

  • Collins glassA slightly taller, narrower highball for Collins-style drinks and coolers.

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

Recipe source: Adapted from a Jack Daniel's recipe — Gentleman Jack & Ginger. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description, steps and names are original Mixistry copy. Mixistry is not affiliated with or endorsed by Jack Daniel's. 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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