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Whisky Sour cocktail garnished with orange slice and cherry
Classic and Lemony Whisky Sour

Classic Whiskey Sour

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
The king of the sour family, where the 'holy trinity' reigns: strong spirit, sour citrus, and sweet sugar. During shaking, the ice not only chills but also dilutes the drink, which is essential for marrying the flavors and taming the harshness of the whiskey. A well-made Sour is silky and refreshing.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 5 mins
🍽️ Servings 1 servings
🔥 Calories 165 kcal
🌍 Cuisine American

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Shaker (Cobbler or Boston)
  • Strainer (Hawthorne or fine mesh)
  • Y-peeler (for garnish)
  • Rocks glass

Instructions

1 ✓

Squeeze the lemon juice fresh and strain to remove seeds and pulp.

Tip: The acidity of the lemon balances the sweetness and 'burn' of the alcohol.
2 ✓

Fill the shaker 3/4 full with ice.

Tip: Use fresh, hard ice. Wet, melting ice dilutes the cocktail too quickly.
3 ✓

Pour the whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup over the ice.

Tip: Precise measurement is key to balance. Even pros use a jigger.
4 ✓

Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the outside frosts over.

Tip: Shaking aerates the drink, giving it a creamier mouthfeel.
5 ✓

Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.

Tip: Always pour over fresh ice, not the 'tired' ice you shook with.
6 ✓

Garnish with an orange peel and cherry.

Tip: Express the orange oils over the drink to enhance the aroma.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use bottled lemon juice?
Avoid it. Bottled juice is pasteurized and oxidized, lacking the fresh essential oils present in freshly squeezed lemons.
Why syrup instead of sugar?
Granulated sugar doesn't dissolve well in cold alcohol, leaving a gritty texture. Syrup mixes instantly.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Bourbon or Rye Whiskey
  • 0.75 oz Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 oz Simple Syrup (1:1 sugar and water)
  • 1 cup Ice (for shaking)
  • 1 strip Orange Peel (garnish)
  • 1 whole Cocktail Cherry