Whiskey Sours

Elevate your cocktail game with this timeless Whiskey Sours recipe, a perfect balance of bold bourbon whiskey, zesty fresh lemon juice, and sweet simple syrup. Enhanced with the velvety texture of silky egg whites, this classic drink gains a signature frothy finish after a traditional dry shake technique. Topped with aromatic Angostura bitters and garnished with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry, this cocktail is not only a delight to sip but a feast for the eyes. Ready in just five minutes, this single-serve masterpiece is the ideal choice for cocktail enthusiasts craving a sophisticated yet approachable drink. Perfect for happy hours, intimate gatherings, or solo indulgences, the Whiskey Sour is a timeless classic you'll want to master.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 oz bourbon whiskey
1 oz fresh lemon juice
0.5 oz simple syrup
0.5 oz egg white
1 cup ice cubes
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1 slice lemon slice
1 piece maraschino cherry

Directions

Step 1

Add the bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white to a cocktail shaker.

Step 2

Dry shake the ingredients (shake without ice) for about 10-15 seconds to create a frothy texture.

Step 3

Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again vigorously for another 10-15 seconds until well-chilled.

Step 4

Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.

Step 5

Add two dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the foam for a decorative touch.

Step 6

Garnish with a lemon slice and a maraschino cherry.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your classic Whiskey Sour!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(370.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	186.5

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 24.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 1.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 5.0mg	0%
Iron 0.0mg	0%
Potassium 74.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.6%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 86.5%