Irish Buck Cocktail
Happy Hour: Irish Buck
St. Patrick's Day isn't until tomorrow, but we've been celebrating all week. If you don't really have a penchant for black and tans, and the prospect of drinking whiskey straight-up isn't really your thing, then consider raising a glass with the Irish Buck.
On first sip, you'll notice immediately that this cocktail manages to highlight all three of its main ingredients: Irish whiskey, ginger ale, and lime juice. The result is a fizzy, boozy drink that's hop-free yet still channels the fighting Irish spirit. Keep reading to get the party started.
Irish Buck
From Everyday Food

Ingredients
- 2 ounces Irish whiskey
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 ounces ginger ale
Lime wedge, for garnish
Directions
- Fill a lowball glass with ice. Add whiskey, lime juice, and ginger ale. Stir and garnish with a lime wedge.
Makes one drink.
Nutritional information per serving: 184 calories.
Information
- Category
- Drinks, Cocktails
- Cuisine
- English/Scottish/Irish