Whiskey Sour

Rounded, soft, oaky notes are cut through with lemony citrus in this classic old-timer: the Whiskey Sour is a rye whiskey or bourbon-based version of one of the world’s most famous cocktails.

Whiskey Sour

Ingredients

How many serves?

1

  • 50mlBourbon

  • 25mlLemon juice

  • 20mlSugar syrup

  • Dash of Angostura Bitters

  • 1 Egg white

  • Ice

Equipment

  • 1 x Rocks glass
  • 1 x Jigger
  • 1 x Cocktail shaker
  • 1 x Strainer
  • 1 x Chopping board
  • 1 x Knife

Method

  • Pour

    Using a jigger, measure all ingredients and pour into your cocktail shaker. 

  • Shake

    Close your shaker and shake to whip up the mixture. Open the shaker, add ice, then shake again until cold.

  • Garnish

    Strain the mixture into the glass with ice. Using your knife, cut a wedge of lemon and place it on top of the drink to garnish.

  • Grab a bite

    Get some grub in before or while you’re drinking – it slows alcohol absorption.

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  • bourbon
  • whisky
  • lemon juice
  • sugar syrup
  • angostura bitters
  • egg white
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