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Honey Rye

For inspiration, co-owner Eyal Raziel looked to his native Israel, where honey liqueur is popular. "The Bärenjäger balances the kick of the rye," he says.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 2 servings

Ingredients

5 tablespoons rye whiskey
3 tablespoons honey liqueur (such as Bärenjäger)
1/4 teaspoon orange bitters
Ginger ale
2 orange twists
Ingredient info: Honey liqueur is available at well-stocked liquor stores and online from bevmo.com.

Preparation

  1. Fill 2 Old Fashioned glasses with ice. Divide rye, honey liqueur, and bitters between glasses. Stir for 5 seconds. Top with a splash of ginger ale. Garnish with orange twists.

TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesRye WhiskeyWhiskey5 Ingredients or FewerEasyQuick30 Minutes or LessBon Appétit
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