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Jameson, Ginger Ale & Lime Recipe

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The Jameson Ginger & Lime is a classic whiskey highball made with Jameson Original, ginger ale, fresh lime and ice. An iconic whiskey-ginger refresher (and a super easy cocktail to mix up), the JGL has effortlessly served as Ireland’s go-to from St. Paddy’s day and summer BBQs to last-minute nights in. The ginger brings a gentle warmth, the lime keeps it fresh, and together they make a serve that’s as straightforward as it is rejuvenating. 

What do you need

Ingredients

  • 30 ml Jameson Original
  • 90 ml Ginger Ale
  • 1 Wedge Lime
  • 30 ml Jameson Original
  • 90 ml Ginger Ale
  • 1 Wedge Lime
2 min
145 kcal
Step-by-step

How to make

  1. Fill a high ball glass with ice and pour in a shot of Jameson. Top up the glass with a good quality ginger ale and stir briefly to mix.

  2. Take a large wedge of lime, give it a squeeze and drop it into your whiskey glass.

  3. Roughly 1 part Jameson to 3 parts ginger ale, all parts refreshing.

About this Cocktail

The pairing of whiskey and ginger ale has earned its place as a modern classic thanks to its easy balance of warmth and lift. Ginger ale brings gentle sweetness and spice, while fresh lime sharpens the profile and keeps the drink crisp. Jameson’s smooth, triple-distilled character makes it particularly suited to highballs, allowing the flavours to stay bright and refreshing. Often called a “Jamie Ginger” (the lime is implied), this serve remains a go-to order.

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Jameson Ginger & Lime FAQs

What is a Jameson Ginger & Lime?

A Jameson Ginger & Lime is a whiskey highball made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, ginger ale, ice and a squeeze of fresh lime.

How do you make Jameson and ginger ale?

Fill a glass with ice, add around 30 ml (about a shot) of Jameson Irish Whiskey, top with 3x the ginger ale (~90 ml), and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime. Stir lightly before serving.

What is in a Jameson Ginger & Lime?

This cocktail contains Irish whiskey, ginger ale, ice and fresh lime. The lime wedge is essential for balance and freshness.

Can you use ginger beer instead of ginger ale?

Yes, though the flavour will be spicier and less sweet. Ginger beer creates a bolder drink, while ginger ale keeps the serve lighter and more refreshing.

Is a Jameson Ginger & Lime sweet?

It has a light sweetness from the ginger ale, but the lime keeps it balanced and crisp rather than sugary.

Is Jameson Ginger & Lime available in a can?

Yes! Jameson offers ready-to-drink whiskey ginger and lime cans in Ireland. You can also make it fresh in under a minute using Jameson, ginger ale and lime.