Whiskey Sour
A perfectly balanced cocktail where bourbon's warmth meets bright citrus and silky egg white foam. One of the oldest and most beloved sour cocktails.
Prep Time
5 min
Glass
Rocks
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
Instructions
Add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white to a shaker WITHOUT ice.
Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
Add ice and shake again for another 15 seconds.
Double strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
Drop 3 drops of bitters onto the foam and create a design.
Pro Tips
The dry shake (no ice) is essential for thick, luxurious foam.
Always use fresh lemon juice — bottled juice will ruin the balance.
Try aquafaba (chickpea water) as a vegan egg white substitute.
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