Tree Nut Free Whiskey Sour
Few cocktails hit the sweet spot between tart, boozy, and silky quite like this classic. The combination of bright lemon juice, smooth bourbon, and just enough simple syrup creates a drink that feels both refreshing and deeply satisfying. What makes this version especially impressive is the dry shake with pasteurized egg white — that extra step before the ice goes in builds a gorgeous, cloud-like foam that sits right on top of the finished drink. The double shake technique also ensures the cocktail is perfectly chilled and properly diluted, so every sip is balanced from start to finish. Since the ingredients are straightforward — bourbon, citrus, syrup, and egg white — there's nothing hidden to worry about, making it a genuinely clean pour for anyone avoiding tree nuts. A curl of lemon peel or a maraschino cherry on top turns it into something that looks as good as it tastes. Whether you're mixing for a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this one is hard to beat.
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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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