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Whiskey Sour

A classic sour cocktail — bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and optionally egg white for a silky texture. The whiskey sour has been popular since the 1860s and remains a staple of every good bar.

Prep5 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon whiskey
  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 1 egg white (optional, for foam)
  • Angostura bitters for garnish
  • Lemon wheel and cherry for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using) to a shaker.
  2. 2. Dry shake (no ice) for 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  3. 3. Add ice and shake again for 15 seconds.
  4. 4. Double-strain into a rocks glass over ice.
  5. 5. Garnish with a lemon wheel and cherry. Add a few drops of bitters on the foam if desired.

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