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Whiskey Sour (aka Bourbon Sour)

Whiskey sour
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This easy whiskey sour recipe is perfectly balanced and so easy to make! Garnish with an orange peel and a cocktail cherry.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ounces* bourbon whiskey or rye whiskey
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 ounce simple syrup
  • Garnish: Orange peel and a cocktail cherry
  • Ice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Add the whiskey, lemon juice, and syrup to a cocktail shaker. Fill with a handful of ice and shake until very cold.
  2. Strain the drink into a lowball or Old Fashioned glass. Serve with ice, an orange peel and a cocktail cherry. 

Notes

*For converting to tablespoons, 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons.