Looking to craft a classic Bourbon Sour at home? This timeless cocktail blends bourbon, fresh lemon juice, and just the right touch of sweetness. Its origins trace back to the United States, where sour cocktails gained popularity in the mid-1800s. Even today, it remains a favorite among whiskey lovers, prized for its perfect balance of sweet, sour, and bold flavors.
Bourbon Sour Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
6
minutesCalories
186
kcal
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Ingredients
60 ml 2 fl oz bourbon
22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
15 ml 1/2 fl oz simple syrup
1 1 egg white
Ice
lemon wheel or cherry
Equipment
Cocktail shaker- Jigger
- Strainer
- Citrus juicer
- Rocks glass
Instructions
- Add the bourbon, freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using) into your cocktail shaker.
- Shake the ingredients without ice for about 15 seconds. This helps to emulsify the egg white and gives the cocktail a velvety texture.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake again for 10–15 seconds until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into an old-fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
- Add a lemon wheel or a cherry on top for garnish.
Notes
- If you want a frothier texture without using egg white, you can shake the ingredients with aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) as a substitute.
