Spice Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
Tart, sweet, and deeply satisfying, this classic cocktail is one of those drinks that feels both timeless and effortlessly cool. The combination of bourbon's warm caramel notes with bright fresh lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup creates a balance that's hard to beat. For anyone avoiding spices, this is a genuinely worry-free pour — every ingredient is clean and straightforward, with no bitters, infused syrups, or spiced liqueurs sneaking into the mix. A vigorous shake over ice chills everything down and gives the drink that perfectly diluted, silky texture you'd expect from a well-made cocktail. Strain it over fresh ice in a rocks glass, add a cherry and a lemon wheel if you're feeling fancy, and you've got something that looks and tastes like it came straight from a proper bar. It's the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again.
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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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