A balanced and refreshing whiskey cocktail
The Whiskey Sour is one of the most popular classic cocktails and has its roots in the mid-19th century. The combination of bourbon, fresh lemon juice and sugar syrup provides a perfect balance of acidity, sweetness and strength. Egg whites are often used to give the drink a silky texture and a creamy foam. The Whiskey Sour is a versatile drink, suitable for both pre-dinner and evening drinking.
- Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
- Method: Shaken cocktails
- Cuisine: American drinks
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 50 ml bourbon
- 25 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml syrup
- 1 egg white (optional)
- Ice cubes
- An orange slice and a cherry for garnish
Instructions for use
- Fill a shaker with bourbon, lemon juice, syrup and egg white (if desired).
- Shake vigorously without ice (dry shake) for about 10 seconds.
- Add ice and shake again for about 15 seconds.
- Strain the drink into a chilled old-fashioned glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best results.
- Adjust the amount of syrup to adjust the sweetness to taste.
- If you use egg whites, make sure to shake the drink well to create a rich foam.
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