Made with bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup, this Whiskey Sour is a classic cocktail that's easy to make. Just 3 ingredients and a few minutes is all you need to make this sweet tart drink!
Ingredients
2ouncesgood quality bourbon whiskey
2ouncesfresh squeezed lemon juice
1ouncesimple syrup
ice
cherry and an orange sliceoptional garnish
Instructions
Add whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes. Cover shaker and shake for 1 full minute.
Strain drink into a lowball glass.
Enjoy with or without ice cubes, and with a garnish of cherry (maraschino or other cocktail cherry) and an orange slice if desired.
Notes
Recipe adapted slightly from cocktails shared by friends Seth & Paula Kersten, who used the recipe from a couple cooks.
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