Mocktails

Rail Splitter

Rail Splitter is a mocktail made with Sugar Syrup, Lemon Juice, and Ginger Ale. The listed recipe is built and served in a Highball Glass.

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Mocktailnon_alcoholic3 ingredients

At a Glance

195 kcalCalories

44.9gSugar

48.8gCarbs

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 3 ingredients, uses syrup

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2 tspSugar syrupSweetener
to tasteLemon juiceJuice
to tasteGinger aleMixer

How to Make It

Mix sugar syrup with lemon juice in a tall glass.
Fill up with ginger ale.Fill

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

Citrus Ginger Spicy Tart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Non-alcoholic
Noticeably sweet
Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Low / No AlcoholSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Food pairings

Salads BrunchLight Snacks

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

Gluten-FreeKetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Sugar Syrup2 tsp

SugarWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Dissolve well before serving or muddle/shake hard; start with about 1 teaspoon sugar per 1/4 oz syrup.
What changes: Sugar can replace simple syrup if it fully dissolves, but it adds less water.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Agave SyrupWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use slightly less at first, then adjust to taste.
What changes: Agave syrup can replace simple syrup, especially in tequila or mezcal drinks, but it adds an earthy agave note.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Demerara SyrupWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount, but avoid in very delicate drinks unless you want the darker flavor.
What changes: Demerara syrup can replace simple syrup when a richer, darker sugar note is welcome.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Honey SyrupWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use slightly less at first; honey syrup can dominate delicate drinks.
What changes: Honey syrup can replace simple syrup when a richer, floral sweetness is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatible

Maple SyrupNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use less at first and avoid in delicate citrus or clear drinks unless you want maple flavor.
What changes: Maple syrup can replace simple syrup in darker or whiskey-style drinks, but it is not a neutral swap.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Lemon Juiceto taste

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes: Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Ginger Aleto taste

Ginger BeerWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; reduce other spice or ginger if needed.
What changes: Ginger beer can replace ginger ale when a spicier, stronger ginger kick is welcome.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

How strong is a Rail Splitter?: The Rail Splitter is alcohol-free. This recipe is estimated to contain approximately 195 kcal. Calorie content varies based on the ingredients and measures used.
Can I make a Rail Splitter at home?: Yes. The Rail Splitter uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use fresh juices and quality syrups for the best result.