Beef Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Tart, sweet, and just the right amount of boozy, this classic whiskey sour is the kind of cocktail that earns a permanent spot in your home bar rotation. Fresh lemon juice is the real star here — it gives the drink a bright, zingy backbone that bottled juice simply can't match. A touch of simple syrup balances the citrus without tipping into cloying territory, while the bourbon or rye brings warmth and depth to every sip. Shaking it hard over ice chills everything down fast and gives the drink that satisfying, slightly frothy texture when it hits the glass. A maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel on the rim make it look like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a bar. The whole thing comes together in under two minutes, which means it's just as good for a quiet Tuesday night as it is for impressing guests at a dinner party.
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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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