The Lynchburg Lemonade is a Jack Daniel's classic — whiskey, triple sec, lemon juice, and lemon-lime soda. It's sweet, easy to drink, and works for a crowd. Here's the non-alcoholic version that keeps everything that made it popular.
What You Need
- 1.5 oz No. 86 Non-Alcoholic Whiskey
- 1 oz non-alcoholic orange liqueur or orange juice with a splash of simple syrup
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3–4 oz lemon-lime soda (Sprite or 7UP)
- Ice
- Tall glass
- Lemon wheel and cherry to garnish
How to Make It
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Add No. 86, orange liqueur (or OJ + simple syrup), and lemon juice.
- Top with lemon-lime soda, pouring slowly.
- Stir gently once. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a maraschino cherry.
The Triple Sec Substitute
Triple sec adds orange flavor and sweetness to the original. For the NA version, use either a non-alcoholic orange liqueur (Lyre's Orange Sec is the best option) or substitute with 1 oz fresh orange juice and a small bar spoon of simple syrup. The OJ version is slightly less refined but works well and uses ingredients you likely already have.
Making It for a Crowd
This drink scales easily. For a pitcher (8 servings): 12 oz No. 86, 8 oz orange juice + 4 bar spoons simple syrup, 8 oz lemon juice. Mix without the soda and refrigerate. Add soda and ice per glass when serving — never batch the soda.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called Lynchburg Lemonade?
Lynchburg, Tennessee is where Jack Daniel's is made. The drink was created in the 1980s as a promotional cocktail for the brand. It became one of the best-selling whiskey cocktails in the US.
Is Lynchburg Lemonade very sweet?
It leans sweet — that's part of its appeal. If you want it drier, cut the orange liqueur by half and use less soda. More lemon juice also helps balance the sweetness.
Can I make it without soda?
Yes — use still lemonade instead. It becomes a simpler, slightly less refreshing drink but works well if you prefer still drinks.
Easy to make, easier to drink.
No. 86 makes a Lynchburg Lemonade worth pouring — for one or for a crowd.
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Make this recipe with No. 86 non-alcoholic whiskey — built for cocktails like this one.