Whiskey Sour
A timeless sour cocktail combining bourbon with fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. The optional egg white adds a luxurious silky texture and beautiful foam.
Prep Time
5 min
Difficulty
medium
Glassware
Rocks Glass
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Add all ingredients except bitters to a shaker without ice
- 2
Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white
- 3
Add ice and shake again for another 15 seconds
- 4
Double strain into a rocks glass with one large ice cube
- 5
Add drops of bitters on top of the foam and drag a toothpick through for design
Pro Tips
The egg white is optional but highly recommended. For vegans, aquafaba (chickpea water) works as a substitute.
Garnish
Angostura bitters design on foam, optional cherry
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- Prep Time
- 5 min
- Difficulty
- medium
- Category
- classics
- Glass
- Rocks Glass
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