Gelatin Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Few cocktails hit the sweet-tart balance quite like a well-made Whiskey Sour, and this version keeps things beautifully clean and straightforward. Fresh lemon juice does all the heavy lifting on the citrus side, while simple syrup rounds out the edges without any fuss. The bourbon (or rye, if you prefer a spicier backbone) brings warmth and depth that makes every sip feel intentional. Many bar-ready cocktail mixes and pre-made sours sneak in unexpected additives, so shaking one up at home with just four ingredients gives you total control over what's in your glass. A vigorous shake over ice chills everything down fast and creates that satisfying, slightly frothy texture right before you strain it over fresh rocks. Finish it with a maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel and it looks as good as it tastes — genuinely impressive for something this easy to pull together.
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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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