Oats Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Tart, boozy, and refreshingly simple, this classic whiskey sour is the kind of cocktail that feels equally at home at a backyard cookout or a cozy night in. Fresh lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup balance the bold warmth of bourbon or rye, creating that perfect sweet-meets-sour harmony in every sip. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward, there's genuinely nothing to second-guess here — no grain-based additives, no hidden fillers, just pure cocktail simplicity. Shake it hard until the shaker frosts over on the outside, which tells you the drink is properly chilled and ready to pour. A maraschino cherry and a bright lemon wheel on the rim turn this into something that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of drink you'll want to make again the moment the glass is empty.
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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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