Whiskey Sour

Name: Whiskey Sour
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Bourbon — 50 ml; Lemon juice — 30 ml; Sugar syrup — 20 ml; Angostura aromatic bitters — 3 dashes; Egg white (opt.) — 15 ml

A sour and balanced whiskey cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 14.8%

Ingredients

~187 kcal per serving

Servings

Bourbon50 ml
Lemon juice30 ml
Sugar syrup20 ml
Angostura aromatic bitters3 dashes
Egg white (opt.)15 ml

Garnish

Orange twist

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: Bourbon 50 mlLemon juice 30 mlSugar syrup 20 mlAngostura aromatic bitters 3 dashesEgg white 15 ml
Strain back into the shaker
Dry shake (without ice)
Fine strain into the ice-filled glass
Express an orange twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

The Whiskey Sour first won hearts in American bars, thanks to its lively balance of tartness and mellow sweetness. It became a go-to for both newcomers and seasoned drinkers with its easygoing personality. Over decades, the Whiskey Sour has never lost its cool. It remains a reliable classic—simple, satisfying, and perfect for raising a glass to good company.