Gin and Ginger Ale - a zesty gin cocktail with fresh ginger and lime, then topped off with ginger ale, this is my version of a gin buck.
It's cocktail time again here at Chef Not Required HQ, and this time it's a fresh, lightly spicy Gin and Ginger Ale cocktail. Made with fresh ginger and lime, this cocktail is a zesty combination that will be a big hit with ginger fans everywhere. Traditionally, a combination of citrus and ginger ale plus a spirit is known as a "buck", so this is my version of a gin buck cocktail.
Not sure why I'm saying it's cocktail time "again" - who am I kidding - it's always cocktail time around here! My chosen tipple at the moment is gin, and I'm always up for taking one for the team and mixing up a new gin cocktail combo. What can I say? It's a tough life...
Table of Contents
Ingredients you will need for this cocktail
- gin
- ginger ale
- fresh lime wedges
- fresh ginger
- ice
How to put together this cocktail recipe
- Place ice into a glass.
- Add a few slices of fresh ginger.
- Squeeze the juice from a lime wedge into the glass.
- Top with gin and ginger ale and serve.
My top tips for making this recipe
- An easy way to peel a knob of fresh ginger is with a teaspoon, then cut off a few slices.
- Can't get your hands on ginger ale? Ginger beer works great too, just keep in mind that it's a stronger ginger flavour than ginger ale.
- I like to keep my gin in the fridge, this helps you achieve a super-cold, crisp cocktail.
Other cocktails and recipes you may enjoy
Gin Mint and Pomegranate Cocktail - this a fresh, citrus take on a gin cocktail using fresh mint, pomegranate and orange zest. A gorgeous party cocktail!
No-Bake Ginger Slice - a super simple no-bake slice using ginger biscuits and dark chocolate.
📖 Recipe
Gin and Ginger Ale
Ingredients
- 60 ml gin
- 300 ml ginger ale I use diet ginger ale
- 1 fresh lime wedge
- 2-3 slices of fresh ginger
- ice
Instructions
- Place ice into a glass, then add fresh ginger slices and squeeze in the juice from a fresh lime wedge.
- Top with gin and ginger ale and stir to combine.
- Serve garnished with a fresh slice of lime.
Notes
- An easy way to peel a knob of fresh ginger is with a teaspoon, then cut off a few slices.
- Can't get your hands on ginger ale? Ginger beer works great too, just keep in mind that it's a stronger ginger flavour than ginger ale.
- I like to keep my gin in the fridge, this helps you achieve a super-cold, crisp cocktail.
I enjoy the taste of ginger but I haven't tried it with gin until now. This was great thank you.
Looks like a great drink but is it me or does the recipe forget to say, pour in gin?
Whoops! Yes! So sorry, add the gin!!!! Just updated it. Thanks for the heads up Judith!