Nightshade Free Whiskey Sour
Cocktails are one of those rare pleasures that naturally sidestep the usual ingredient concerns, and this classic whiskey sour is no exception. Bright lemon juice and smooth bourbon do all the heavy lifting here, delivering that perfect balance of tart and sweet without a single problematic ingredient in sight. The real secret to this version is the dry shake — whipping the egg white before adding ice creates a gorgeous, silky foam that sits on top of the finished drink like a cloud. A second shake with ice chills everything down and gives the cocktail that satisfying, slightly frothy texture you'd expect from a well-made bar pour. Straining it through a fine-mesh sieve keeps the foam intact while the drink flows clean and cold into the glass. A twist of lemon peel or a maraschino cherry on top makes it look like something a skilled bartender just handed you. Simple ingredients, a little technique, and you've got a genuinely impressive cocktail ready to go.
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1 serving
- 2 oz bourbon
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 1 pasteurized egg white
- ice cubes, for shaking and serving
For serving
- 1 strip lemon peel or 1 maraschino cherry, for garnish (optional)
Can be omittedmaraschino cherry
Instructions
- 1
Combine the bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and pasteurized egg white in a cocktail shaker without ice. Seal and shake vigorously for 15 seconds, until the mixture is foamy.
- 2
Add a generous handful of ice to the shaker, seal, and shake again for another 10–15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is very cold.
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