Horsefeather

Ginger beer and a generous layer of aromatic bitters lengthen Kansas City whiskey into a tall drink. J. Rieger’s published formula leaves the lemon as a wedge garnish and floats the bitters at the finish.

Tall golden drink in a Collins glass over cubed ice, darker bitters at the surface and a lemon wedge.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Rieger Kansas City Whiskey
  • 120 ml Chilled ginger beer
  • 5 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 piece Lemon wedge

Instructions

  1. Add the whiskey and ginger beer to a Collins glass.
  2. Add cubed ice and give the mixture one gentle stir.
  3. Dash the bitters across the top, then add the optional lemon wedge.