Celery Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Bright, citrusy, and perfectly balanced, this classic whiskey sour is the kind of cocktail that feels equally at home at a backyard cookout or a cozy night in. Fresh lemon juice brings a lively tartness that plays beautifully against the warmth of bourbon or rye, while a touch of simple syrup rounds everything out without tipping into sweetness. A hard shake over ice chills the drink down fast and gives it that satisfying, slightly frothy texture when strained into the glass. The whole thing comes together in under a minute with just four ingredients, making it one of the most rewarding cocktails you can mix at home. Every ingredient here is naturally free of celery and celery derivatives — no hidden vegetable extracts, no flavored syrups with mystery botanicals, just clean, straightforward components you can trust. Finish it off with a maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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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)
Can be omittedmaraschino cherry
- 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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