Long Drink
Horsefeather
How to make a Horsefeather - the spicy highball of bourbon, ginger beer, lemon and Angostura. The grown-up cousin of the Moscow Mule made with whiskey.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Horsefeather is a refreshing highball from the American Midwest and is considered the spicy answer to the Moscow Mule. Instead of vodka, bourbon takes the lead here, combined with spicy ginger beer, lemon and a few dashes of Angostura. The result is fizzy, spicy and surprisingly easy to drink.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the bourbon and lemon juice over the ice.
- Top up with ginger beer.
- Add the dashes of Angostura on top.
- Stir briefly and garnish with a lemon wedge.
Garnish: A lemon wedge
Pro tip: Use a strong, spicy ginger beer instead of mild ginger ale - the heat plays beautifully off the spicy bourbon and the acidity of the lemon.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a Horsefeather and a Moscow Mule?
Both use ginger beer, but the Horsefeather uses bourbon instead of vodka plus a few dashes of Angostura. That makes it spicier and fuller-bodied.
Which whiskey works for a Horsefeather?
A classic bourbon with vanilla and caramel notes works best. A rye whiskey also works and makes the drink a touch drier.
Ginger beer or ginger ale?
An authentic Horsefeather calls for spicy ginger beer. Ginger ale is milder and sweeter and clearly changes the character of the drink.
Ingredients
- Bourbon Whiskey5 cl
- Lemon juice1.5 cl
- Ginger Beer12 cl
- Angostura Bitters2 dashes
- Lemon wedge1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
