Mushroom Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Tart, sweet, and just the right amount of boozy, this classic cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any evening feel like a proper occasion. The balance of fresh lemon juice and simple syrup against bold bourbon or rye is what makes a whiskey sour so endlessly satisfying — bright citrus up front, warm spirit on the finish. For anyone navigating a fungi-free lifestyle, cocktails can sometimes be a quiet concern since certain wines, beers, and fermented mixers can involve unexpected ingredients, but this one keeps things refreshingly straightforward. Every ingredient here is clean and easy to verify: whiskey, fresh lemon, sugar syrup, and ice. A vigorous shake in a cold cocktail shaker gives it that perfectly chilled, slightly frothy texture that sets a well-made sour apart from a lazy pour. Finish it with a maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel for a little flair, and you've got a bar-quality drink that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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