10 of the Best Rye Whiskey Cocktails with Recipes

What is Rye Whiskey

Rye Whiskey is a popular American whiskey made from rye. Rye whiskey tastes a bit spicy and is somewhat drier than bourbon whiskey. It is a popular ingredient for numerous cocktails, shots, and other alcoholic mixes. This gluten-free whiskey must be distilled from at least 51 percent rye, and can be drunk neat – straight on the rocks! It has a total of 104 calories of energy (per fl oz serving).

10 of the Best Rye Whiskey Cocktails with Recipes

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How to make Cocktail Drinks with American Rye Whiskey

Rye Whiskey Drinks

1. Classic New Orleans Rye Whiskey Sazerac Cocktail

Rinse ⅓ oz absinthe in a pre-chilled old-fashioned glass. Throw a few ice cubes into the glass and set aside. In another glass, soak a sugar cube in Peychaud’s bitters (according to your taste). Use a muddler to crush the cube lightly and add 3 oz of rye whiskey (you can choose from the good rye whiskey brands including Bulleit, Knob Creek or Templeton) to it. Now, discard the ice cubes from the previous glass and rinse its inner wall with a little bit of absinthe and discard the excess. Next, pour the sugar and rye whiskey mix into this glass. Serve with a citrus peel as garnish.

Classic New Orleans Rye Whiskey Sazerac Cocktail

2. Hot Rye Whiskey Punched Alcoholic Winter Drink

In a deep bowl, warm together ½ oz of each of rye whiskey (Wild Turkey, Jim Beam, Crown Royal) and bourbon with 5 oz of Dr Pepper. Make sure it doesn’t begin to boil. Now transfer this to a mug and top with whipped cream before you serve.

Hot Rye Whiskey Punched Alcholic Winter Drink

3. White Rye Whiskey Sweet & Sour Cocktail

Shake together 1 oz of white rye whiskey (like Koyo) with ½ oz of lemon juice, ½ oz of orange gin, and a few drops of maple syrup (to taste). Serve with ice cubes, garnished with a lemon.

White Rye Whiskey Sweet & Sour Cocktail

4. Mixed Fruity-Red Christmas Rye Whiskey Girly Drink

Shake together 1½ oz of rye whiskey with 2 oz of each of red wine, orange juice and pomegranate juice (you can opt for any red or pink fruit juice like grapefruit, cherry, etc.), along with the juice of half a lemon. Transfer into Collin’s glasses over ice cubes. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream from the top and sprinkle crushed caramel. For a reddish Xmas look, you can also use cherries or strawberries to make a garnish of your choice.
(Well, not just for Xmas, this is good for any holiday party!)

Mixed Fruity-Red Christmas Rye Whiskey Girly Drink

5. 2-Ingredient Quick Shots Using Bulleit Rye Whiskey

Arrange shot glasses and pour ½ oz of each of Bulleit rye whiskey, chartreuse (optional) and chilled ginger ale in each. Add a small splash of grenadine and lime juice from the top. Drink in one breath.

2-Ingredient Quick Shots Using Rye Whiskey

6. 2-Ingredient Quick Shots Using Rye Whiskey

Just mix ½ oz of each of rye whiskey, Campari and dry vermouth over ice in a cocktail glass, and sip.

2-Ingredient Quick Shots Using Rye Whiskey

7. Old-Fashioned Rye Whiskey Sour Ginger Cocktail

Use your cocktail shaker to mix 4 oz of apple cider, 1½ oz of rye whiskey, a pinch of cinnamon powder, ½ tbsp ginger juice, and ¼ tsp of fresh lemon juice (or as much sourness you prefer unless you make the drink too sour). Strain over ice in cocktail glasses. Garnish with apple slices and/or cinnamon sticks.

Old-Fashioned Rye Whiskey Sour Ginger Cocktail

8. Italian Short Shooter Drinks with Rye Whiskey

Combine ½ oz of each of maraschino liqueur (like Luxardo) and rye whiskey in pre-chilled shot glasses. Rim with rock salt and lemon juice. Pour in.

Italian Short Shooter Drinks with Rye Whiskey

9. Popular Rye Whiskey Smash Summer Drink

In your shaker, muddle ½ of a lemon shredded into wedges, and then add ¾ oz of sugar syrup, 2 oz of white rye whiskey. Add ice cubes and shake. Pour into cocktail glasses. Take a sprig of mint and slap between your palms and garnish. Serve readily.

Popular Rye Whiskey Smash Summer Drink

10. Rye Whiskey Canadian Summer Party Short Shooter

Combine ⅔ oz of chilled Kahlua and 1/3 oz chilled rye whiskey in pre-chilled shot glasses. Shoot in.

Rye Whiskey Canadian Summer Party Short Shooter

Now that you know how to make rye whiskey cocktails, you should also understand how to drink it – being a responsible drinker, and being famous among your friends and guests as the most amazing bartender in your circle!