Guide
Cocktails Made With Ginger Ale — Ranked by Recipe Quality
Ginger Ale appears in 29 cocktails in WhatDrink data. Top picks: A Night In Old Mandalay, Absolutely Cranberry Smash, Absolutly Screwed Up.
Ginger Ale adds a specific quality to cocktails — whether as a base spirit, a modifier, or an accent. The drinks here use it as a meaningful component, not just a trace addition, and are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database.
29Recipes reviewed
20Matching this guide
28.9gMedian sugar
255 kcalMedian calories
12.2%Median ABV
Ranked recipes
| # | Drink | Why it ranks | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Night In Old Mandalay | Contains the specified ingredient · 264 kcal | Any occasion |
| 2 | Absolutely Cranberry Smash | Contains the specified ingredient · 264 kcal | Any occasion |
| 3 | Absolutly Screwed Up | Contains the specified ingredient · 255 kcal | Any occasion |
| 4 | Bulla's Eye | Contains the specified ingredient · 213 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 5 | Bulldog Highball | Contains the specified ingredient · 275 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 6 | Cablegram | Contains the specified ingredient · 369 kcal | Any occasion |
| 7 | Cream Soda | Contains the specified ingredient · 181 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 8 | Dragonfly | Contains the specified ingredient · 250 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 9 | Dubonnet Highball | Contains the specified ingredient · 195 kcal | Low-alcohol occasions |
| 10 | Happy Skipper | Contains the specified ingredient · 147 kcal | Any occasion |
| 11 | Headless Horseman | Contains the specified ingredient · 255 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 12 | Horse's Neck | Contains the specified ingredient · 327 kcal | Any occasion |
| 13 | Horse's Neck (With A Kick) | Contains the specified ingredient · 185 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 14 | Leap Frog Highball | Contains the specified ingredient · 262 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 15 | London Buck | Contains the specified ingredient · 262 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 16 | Mamie's Sister | Contains the specified ingredient · 256 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 17 | Orange Gin Highball | Contains the specified ingredient · 249 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 18 | Orange Oasis | Contains the specified ingredient · 314 kcal | Any occasion |
| 19 | Pacman | Contains the specified ingredient · 237 kcal | Low-alcohol occasions |
| 20 | Rum Coooler | Contains the specified ingredient · 186 kcal | Any occasion |
Best picks by use case
Methodology
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- You want drinks where this ingredient plays a meaningful role
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Ginger Ale?
- Ginger Ale is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.
- What does Ginger Ale taste like?
- The flavor of Ginger Ale depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.
- What cocktails use Ginger Ale?
- This page lists 20 cocktails that include Ginger Ale as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.
- How much Ginger Ale do cocktails typically use?
- Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.
- Can I substitute Ginger Ale with something else?
- It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.
- How many cocktails with Ginger Ale are on this page?
- There are 20 cocktails featuring Ginger Ale in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
- Can I make these cocktails at home?
- Most cocktails using Ginger Ale require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.
Data confidence
This guide uses WhatDrink recipe data and normalized tags. Nutrition, ABV, standard drinks, ingredients, brands, bartender pours, garnish, and serving size can vary.