Expense: Medium difficulty
Taste: sour, sweet
Ingredients
- 6 cl Bourbon
- 3 cl fresh lemon juice
- 2 cl sugar syrup
- Optional: 1.5 cl egg white or aquafaba
- Ice cubes
preparation
- Add all ingredients with ice cubes to a cocktail shaker and shake well.
- Pour into a Double Old-Fashioned glass.
- Garnish with lemon or orange zest.
Helpful tips for preparation:
6 cl corresponds to 60 ml (about three tablespoons).
3 cl equals 30 ml (about one and a half tablespoons).
History and Origin
The first recipe for a Whiskey Sour appeared in the very first book of cocktail recipes, compiled by bartender Jerry Thomas and published in 1862. The Whiskey Sour is a cocktail steeped in history that has won over lovers of this classic since its creation over 150 years ago. The perfect balance of sweetness and acidity makes this cocktail a timeless favorite.
