Orange-Ginger Whisky Cocktail

Nothing says “kick back and relax” quite like a delicious cocktail in your hand - bonus points for sharing with your friends! Whisky is a great drink on its own, but wait until you try this jazzed up version. It has a citrus kick and a bit of spice that works like magic with the smooth whisky, and a little bit of fizz from the ginger beer brings the whole mix to life!

Prep Time
5 minutes
30 minutes cooling time
Cook Time
5 minutes
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A glass of orange-ginger whisky with orange slices
Servings
6
For the cocktail:
  • ⅓ cup (72 g) Redpath® Dark Brown Sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) water
  • 2 inches (26 g) fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1 tsp (2 g) black peppercorns
  • 8 strips of orange zest
  • ¼ cup + 2 tbsp (90 ml) orange juice
  • 1 cup (250 ml) Canadian whisky
  • ½ cup (125 ml) ginger beer
For the garnish (optional):
  • Orange zest
  • Orange slices
  • Fresh ginger slices
  • Candied ginger
Instructions
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Whiskey Cocktail GIF

Step 1

In a small pot over medium heat, combine the Redpath® Dark Brown Sugar with the water, sliced ginger, and peppercorns. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to low and simmer; 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and allow ginger and peppercorns to infuse into the syrup. Cool completely; 30 minutes.

Step 2

Strain cooled syrup into a measuring cup (or airtight container, if prepping a few days in advance). Discard peppercorns.

Step 3

Add the strips of orange zest to the bottom of a small pitcher. Add in the ginger syrup and orange juice. With a muddler or a spoon, muddle the orange peel with the rest of the ingredients; about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add in the whisky and some ice. Stir to combine. Just before serving, top off with ginger beer.

Step 5

Decorate glasses with desired garnish.

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Whiskey Cocktail