Whisky Sour Cocktail Recipe

How to make a classic Whisk(e)y sour

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The Whisky sour, not only is this an absolute classic cocktail but its super easy to re-create at home and perfect for cocktail twists. Want to change up the flavour? try adding different flavoured syrups to create your very own unique cocktail creation. Use the Smartblend flavour guide to see what pairs well with the flavours you’ve chosen.

Ingredients in a whisky sour

A classic whisky sour consists of 3 ingredients: Whisky, Lemon Juice and Sugar. Let’s break down those ingredients.

The Whisky

The classic choice of whisky for a whisky sour is bourbon. But a very popular choice and delicious choice at that, is to use Scotch whisky.

However, you can use any whisky you want. Including Irish Whiskey and Japanese Whiskey which make amazing choices.

The Lemon Juice

This one is pretty self explanatory but you need something sour for a sour cocktail. Lemon is the popular choice as it pairs the best with whisky.

The Sugar

Finally we have the sugar. Sugar syrup will be the easiest to infuse, but you could use a spoon of caster sugar and shake hard.

The optional 3rd ingredient - egg white

One think you’ll notice about a lot of whisky sours is that creamy fluffy texture. You get that by adding an egg white. You can learn more about why we use egg whites in cocktails in this article about cocktail foams.

Your Whisky Sour Questions Answered

What is the formula for whiskey sour?

The whisky sour formula is 2 parts spirit (the whisky) 1 part citrus (the lemon) and 1 part sugar (the sugar syrup)

You can learn more about this formula and all the other popular cocktail formulas to be able to create any cocktail you want from this cocktail course here.

Why are whiskey sours so good?

Simply put; Whisky sours taste so good because it’s the perfect balance of alcohol, citrus and sweetness.

What is the best bourbon for whiskey sour?

This is personal preference but popular options for picking bourbon for whiskey sours are your middle shelf bourbons. Think Wild Turkey and Woodford Reserve.

What's the difference between a whiskey sour and an old-fashioned?

Whisky sours have the addition of lemon juice. Whisky Sours are also shaken whereas Old Fashioneds are stirred.

Can you order a whiskey sour at any bar?

Being one of the top cocktails in the world. Most if not all bars will have the ingredients to make a Whisky Sour and will be able to make one.

What kind of whiskey do you use for whiskey sours?

Bourbon traditionally but any whisky will work fine.

What is the best bitter for whisky sour?

Angostura is the most popular option for whisky sour bitters.

Can you buy sour mix for whiskey sour?

You can buy sour mix for whiskey sours but it’s much cheaper, easier, and nicer to make your own by mixing equal parts lemon juice and sugar syrup.

How to get a fluffy whisky sour

Watch this short video to learn how to make your whisky sour extra fluffy.

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• Negroni

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Whiskey Sour

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Author: Cameron Fielding

Cook time: 2 MinTotal time: 2 Min

A must-try classic combining Bourbon with lemon for a sweet, frothy, citrusy tipple.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces (50ml) Scotch whisky
• 1 bar spoon (5ml) Sugar Syrup
• 1 ounce (25ml) fresh lemon juice
• 3 dashes Angostura Bitters
• 1 egg white (Optional)

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with cubed ice and shake well.
2. Fine strain into a rocks glass over cubed ice.
3. Garnish with either a lemon peel or dash of angostura bitters (or both).

Notes

Want to switch up the base?

Try adding Irish whisky or Japanese whisky for an interesting take.

Recommended Products:

Riedel Rocks Glasses

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

180.56

Fat

0.12

Sat. Fat

0.01

Carbs

4.35

Fiber

0.09

Net carbs

4.26

Sugar

2.1

Protein

3.37

Sodium

50.66

Cholesterol

0

The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. See our full nutrition disclosure here.

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