Rye Buck
A snappy rye-and-ginger beer highball with lime — effervescent, spicy, and perfect for those who want a Moscow Mule with real whiskey character. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye whiskey
- 0.8 oz Fresh lime juice
- 4 oz Ginger beer
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- lime wheel (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with spicy Asian cuisine like Thai green curry or Korean barbecue—the ginger beer's heat and lime brightness complement fiery dishes perfectly.
Instructions
1
Add rye, lime juice, and bitters to a highball glass filled with ice
2
Top with ginger beer
3
Gently stir once to combine
4
Garnish with a lime wheel
Tips
A "buck" is any spirit plus ginger ale or ginger beer with citrus — it's a classic cocktail family Use a spicy ginger beer like Fever-Tree or Q Ginger Beer for the best kick The bitters bridge the rye and ginger beautifully — don't skip them