Chestnut Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Few cocktails hit the spot quite like a well-made whiskey sour — tart, a little sweet, and deeply satisfying in a way that feels both classic and effortless. This version keeps things beautifully simple: good bourbon or rye, bright fresh lemon juice, and a touch of simple syrup shaken hard over ice until the shaker frosts over. That vigorous shake is what gives the drink its perfectly chilled, slightly aerated texture that you just can't rush. Straining it over fresh ice in a rocks glass keeps every sip cold and clean from start to finish. A maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel on the rim add that unmistakable cocktail-bar charm without any extra effort. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of tree nut concerns, so you can mix and sip with total confidence.
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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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