Horse's Neck
Brandy and ginger ale over ice with a long lemon spiral draped over the rim, bitters optional. A tall, dapper classic from the rail-car era.
Easy
Difficulty
3 min
Time
135 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Brandy
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Cognac2 oz
- Angostura Bitters(optional)2 dashes
- Ginger Ale4 oz
- Lemon Peel(optional)1 long strip
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Horse's Neck close to the original.
Instead of Cognac
- Armagnac— more rustic
- Brandy— any good brandy works
Instead of Ginger Ale
- Ginger Beer— spicier, more ginger bite
Instructions
Pour brandy and ginger ale directly into highball glass with ice cubes.
Stir gently.
Garnish with lemon zest.
If desired, add dashes of Angostura Bitter.
Garnish with rind of one lemon spiral.
Pairs well with
Brandy and ginger ale with a lemon spiral trot alongside clubhouse snacks:
- Ham and mustard finger sandwiches
- Gingersnaps
- Salted mixed nuts
- Cheddar wafers
Similar taste
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