We just adore whiskey gingers during the hot summer months. I had a few of these while on our trip to Hawaii last month so I think they will now be a "beach drink" in my mind forevermore. But I don't live near a beach. So I'll just take the beach memories for now. It is easy enough to combine store-bought ginger ale and whiskey for a quick whiskey ginger. But I love this recipe because the ginger taste is so much stronger! All you need to make your own homemade whiskey gingers is ginger syrup (recipe below), whiskey, club soda and if you're feeling fancy some candied ginger for garnish (instructions below). Let's get our ginger on folks!
Ginger Syrup, makes about 1 1/2 cups.
Needed: 1 cup water, 2 cups sugar, 2 cups grated and thinly sliced ginger root.
Grate and slice up your ginger, set aside. In a pot combine the water and sugar. Over medium heat stir until the sugar is dissolved. Now add in the ginger and simmer on low/medium heat for 30 minutes. Allow this to cool slightly and strain the syrup, reserving the ginger slices. Store this in a seal container in your refrigerator for up to a month.
Easy Candied Ginger, makes about 1 cup
Needed: the reserved ginger slices from making ginger syrup and 1/3 cup sugar.
Rinse off the ginger slices and pat dry. Dip each in the sugar and place on a paper towel. Allow these to dry out for a couple of hours. Use to garnish drinks or other foods. You can just eat these too, but they are quite strong. You have been warned.
To make your whiskey gingers combine 3-4 tablespoons ginger syrup, 2 cups club soda, and a shot of whiskey. Add ice and garnish with a candied ginger slice. You can adjust these to be as strong as you like. Or you can leave the whiskey out and still have a lovely ginger drink.
Enjoy! xo. Emma
These cocktails are RIGHT up my alley!
But hold up one second - 2 cups of club soda to 1 shot of whiskey? That can't be right or it would be the weakest drink out there. Maybe just the other ingredients in the glass first and then top with soda?
Can't wait to try (a much stronger ;) version!
Posted by: Julia | June 18, 2012 at 09:31 AM
Yum! Whiskey Gingers are always my first drink out on the town. I'll have to try making my own for a night in with fresh ginger now. :)
Posted by: Steph | June 18, 2012 at 09:32 AM
I don't like whiskey...but that ginger syrup looks amazing!
Posted by: Gina_AcuteDesigns | June 18, 2012 at 09:33 AM
Hmm that's a dilemma. I don't really like whiskey, it burns my whole mouth. I swear, I can feel it going down the esophagus. However, and here comes a good however, I pretty much adore the lemony taste of ginger. I use it in my teas, my food, my sweet delights and so on. I really wonder what this combination would be like. Probably something like KABAAAM for my tongue and brain! :)
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Posted by: call me debbie | June 18, 2012 at 09:33 AM
Yum! Now if the weather would just heat up I could make some of these and go enjoy them on the roof!
Posted by: Peneloping | June 18, 2012 at 09:35 AM
Q: But hold up one second - 2 cups of club soda to 1 shot of whiskey? That can't be right or it would be the weakest drink out there. Maybe just the other ingredients in the glass first and then top with soda?
A: yea.. it really does depend on your glass size. We don't like to make these super strong... but that part is totally up to your taste! XO
Posted by: elsie | June 18, 2012 at 09:37 AM
anything with a strong kick of REAL ginger is right up my alley. this might actually be the first time my mouth has actually watered of the idea of an alcoholic drink! they look delicious. xo. http://blog.tarapolly.com
Posted by: tara polly | June 18, 2012 at 09:41 AM
My usual drink is Jameson and Ginger Ale... this seems like a way to kick it up a notch! *adding ginger to my grocery list*
Posted by: Lori W. | June 18, 2012 at 09:44 AM
What a Nice Combination I really like ginger drinks but have never trived whiskey, only rum. Have a wonderful Day and Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Monsterscircus | June 18, 2012 at 09:45 AM
I absolutely LOVE whiskey gingers and have been searching forever to find a recipe to make them at home. Thanks so much for this--I can't wait to it out!
Posted by: Alyssa | June 18, 2012 at 09:46 AM
Nice recipe i will need to try this
thanks for sharing
x
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Posted by: CamMi Pham | June 18, 2012 at 09:52 AM
Yet another winner!
xoxo
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Posted by: Natasha Fatah | June 18, 2012 at 10:01 AM
Mmmm that looks so good! i will be trying this out,
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Posted by: Zoe | June 18, 2012 at 10:01 AM
Interesting!
Cheers :)
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Posted by: Val | June 18, 2012 at 10:10 AM
My boufriend and I love whiskey drinks... I cant wait to try this out!
Posted by: Clancy O'Sullivan | June 18, 2012 at 10:14 AM
I really don't like whiskey but the sirop looks delicious!
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Posted by: Eva | June 18, 2012 at 10:18 AM
Great Idea! Definitely must try this. xx
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Posted by: Saule | June 18, 2012 at 10:23 AM
I have never tried a whiskey cocktail drink - I may try this as I only ever drunk JD and Coke! Plus ginger is lovely!
I made strawberry daiquiri ice lollies after seeing your strawberry ice lolly post and was intrigued to test other ideas out!
I love these posts Emma. Keep them up!
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Posted by: Sam | June 18, 2012 at 10:25 AM
That looks awesome! I must try it!
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Posted by: Lady à la Mode | June 18, 2012 at 10:25 AM
I don't usually like ginger but these look so good, I might give them a try.
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Posted by: Rachel | June 18, 2012 at 10:32 AM