Both ginger ale and ginger beer pack bubbles and spice, but which ginger soda you choose can make a big difference. Here’s why each drink deserves a place in your home bar.

Ginger ale features a much lighter ginger flavor, which means it's less spicy and fragrant. Some ale varieties feature various tasting notes depending on the brand.

I decided to find out by tasting 11 different ginger ale brands that are fairly easy to find and ranking them from worst to best based on flavor, ingredients, and overall experience.

About this recipe . The combination of whiskey and ginger ale is a dive bar classic, but can often fall flat for those seeking a drink with a bit more flavor. Ginger and whiskey are a great match ...