Walnut Free Bourbon Whiskey Sour
A well-made whiskey sour is one of those cocktails that feels both classic and effortlessly cool, and this version delivers exactly that balance of tart, sweet, and spirit-forward flavor. Fresh lemon juice is the real hero here, giving the drink a bright, zingy backbone that bottled juice simply can't match. The simple syrup rounds out the edges without making things cloying, letting the bourbon or rye shine through with all its warmth and depth. Tree nut allergies can sometimes make ordering cocktails at a bar feel uncertain — flavored syrups and house mixes aren't always clearly labeled — but making this one at home means you know exactly what's in your glass. A quick, vigorous shake gets everything ice-cold and perfectly diluted before it's strained over fresh rocks. Finish it off with a maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel and you've got a 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)
- 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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