One of the most classic whiskey cocktails of them all: the whiskey sour! This perfectly sweet tart, balanced whiskey drink dates back to the 1870’s. It's simple to make, featuring whiskey, lemon and simple syrup. Serve it with an egg white foam topping and it's a Boston Sour. A must try!
2 ounces bourbon
3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1/2 ounce simple syrup
1/2 ounce egg white (optional)
Garnish: Angostura bitters
Add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white, if using, to a shaker and dry-shake for 30 seconds without ice.
Add ice and shake again until well-chilled.
Strain into a coupe glass.
Garnish with 3 or 4 drops of Angostura bitters.
Base Spirit: Whiskey