Go Back
–+ servings
Save Recipe Form

whiskey sour cocktail

Whiskey Sour

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time: 4 minutes
5 from 2 votes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: egg white cocktail, sour drinks, Whiskey, whiskey sour
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 2-3 drops Angostura bitters
  • 1 oz egg white
  • Orange swath for garnish

Instructions

  • Add your spirit of choice to a shaker along with the simple syrup and lemon juice, minus the ice, and shake it like you mean it.
  • Add some ice to the mixture and continue to shake until well-chilled.
  • Strain into a coupe glass, top with 2-3 drops of the bitters and garnish with your swath.

Video

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest, cleanest citrus flavor.
  • Dry shake vigorously before adding ice to build a rich, creamy foam.
  • Chill your coupe glass while preparing the cocktail to keep it colder longer.
Tried this recipe?Leave a comment and let us know how it was!