Coconut Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Tart, boozy, and refreshingly simple, this classic cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any evening feel like a proper occasion. The balance of bright lemon juice and sweet simple syrup against the warmth of bourbon or rye is just about perfect — bold enough to be interesting, smooth enough to keep you coming back for another sip. Many bottled cocktail mixes and flavored syrups sneak in unexpected ingredients, but this one is built entirely from scratch with a short, clean list you can trust. Fresh lemon juice is non-negotiable here, and it shows — the flavor is vivid and lively in a way that pre-made mixes simply can't match. A vigorous shake over ice chills everything down and gives the drink that slightly frothy, silky texture that makes a whiskey sour so satisfying. Finish it with a maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel if you want that classic cocktail-bar look, or just pour and enjoy — it's stunning either way.
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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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