Nutmeg Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Tart, sweet, and deeply satisfying, this classic whiskey sour is the kind of cocktail that earns a permanent spot in your home bar rotation. Fresh lemon juice brings a bright, zippy acidity that balances the warmth of the bourbon or rye, while a touch of simple syrup rounds everything out without tipping into cloying territory. The whole thing comes together in under a minute of active effort — just shake hard over ice until the shaker frosts up, then strain into a rocks glass and you're done. A maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel make it look like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a bar. What makes this recipe so clean and reliable is that every ingredient is exactly what it says it is — whiskey, citrus, sugar, ice — so there's no hunting labels or second-guessing spice blends. It's a naturally spice-free build that lets the quality of your bourbon do the talking.
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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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