Artificial Flavors Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
A well-made whiskey sour is one of those cocktails that feels both timeless and effortlessly impressive, and this version keeps things beautifully straightforward. The backbone is a solid pour of bourbon or rye, brightened by freshly squeezed lemon juice and balanced with a simple syrup that you can easily make at home with just sugar and water. That three-ingredient formula means there's no need to reach for pre-made sour mixes, which are notorious for hiding synthetic flavor additives behind vague "natural and artificial flavors" labels. A vigorous shake over ice chills everything down fast and gives the drink that satisfying, slightly frothy texture right out of the shaker. Straining it over fresh ice in a rocks glass keeps the dilution just right so the whiskey's character stays front and center. The optional maraschino cherry and lemon wheel finish it off with a classic bar look that makes it feel like something you'd order at a serious cocktail lounge — except you made it yourself, and you know exactly what went into it.
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Learn more →Ingredients
1 serving
- 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 1 maraschino cherry, for garnish (optional)
- 1 lemon wheel or half-wheel, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- 2
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is very cold and frosty.
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