Whiskey Sour Cocktail

Whiskey Sour Cocktail

The Whiskey Sour Cocktail is one of the classic cocktails. Perfectly blending whiskey with sweet and tart. It is great for both the hot summer months and the cold winter ones too!

Whiskey Sour Cocktail in a glass

The whiskey sour dates back to the 1860’s, but sailors had been drinking something similar years earlier. In order to prevent scurvy, the sailors added lemon juice and sugar. The first written record of the drink comes from the Bartender’s Guide: How to Mix Drinks, which was published in 1862. The next reference was from a Wisconsin newspaper that published the drink recipe in 1872. There are a few other later references too. When all taken together, we end up with the modern day Whiskey Sour which is a blend of a spirit, a sour and a sweet.

Even if you are not a whiskey fan, you may find yourself craving a well made whiskey sour. Most of the time, they are made with Bourbon or Rye whiskeys. However, Scotch Whiskey and Canadian Whiskey can be used, if that is your preference. Better yet, just try them all out and see which you like best!

Orange, lemon, maraschino cherries, whiskey and simple sugar

To alleviate any controversy, I have not included an egg white in this recipe. If you want to include an egg white, then it technically becomes a Boston Sour. The addition of an egg white adds that frothy top you may see in some pictures. The egg white also gives it a rich, creamy texture, but I digress.

Whiskey Sour Cocktail-Ingredients

Whiskey, fresh squeezed lemon juice, simple sugar, orange slice and maraschino cherry.

Instructions

In a shaker filled with ice combine, whiskey, lemon juice and simple sugar. Shake for 20 seconds. Pour into a lowball glass. Garnish with a slice of orange, maraschino cherry or both.

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Whiskey Sour Cocktail

Whiskey Sour Cocktail

The Whiskey Sour Cocktail is one of the classic cocktails. Perfectly blending whiskey with sweet and tart. It is great for both the hot summer months and the cold winter ones too!
Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Course Drinks-Cocktails
Servings 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Lowball glass
  • Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Whiskey Bourbon or Rye
  • 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple Syrup

Instructions
 

  • In a shaker filled with ice combine, whiskey, lemon juice and simple sugar.
  • Shake for 20 seconds.
  • Pour into a lowball glass.
  • Garnish with a slice of orange, maraschino cherry or both.
  • Cheers!
Keyword Bourbon Drink, Classic Whiskey Sour Cocktail, Fresh Lemon Juice, Rye Drink, Simple Sugar, Sweet & Tart Cocktail, Whiskey Cocktail, Whiskey Drink, Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Whiskey Sour Cocktail

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