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Whiskey Ginger Smash

Orange, cherry and bitters muddled together, then whiskey, syrup and ginger beer over ice. Spicy-sweet and fruity.

Time
4 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Muddled
Glass
Rocks glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 1 serving.

21+ · Please drink responsibly. Learn more

Garnish: Orange slice (1 slice)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Muddle the orange slice and cherry with the bitters in a glass.

  2. 2

    Add the simple syrup and whiskey.

  3. 3

    Add ice and the ginger beer and give a quick stir.

Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • MuddlerGently presses mint, fruit or sugar to release flavor. Press, don't pulverize.
  • 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

  • Rocks glassShort and sturdy — for spirit-forward drinks and sours over ice.

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

Recipe source: Adapted from a Jack Daniel's recipe — Jack Smash. 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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