Chef John's Whiskey Sour
Chef John's Whiskey Sour blends bold bourbon with bright, freshly squeezed lemon and a silky egg white foam for a velvety, balanced sip. A touch of homemade simple syrup rounds the tartness, while orange bitters add a subtle aromatic lift. Ideal as a summer aperitif or a polished cocktail-hour classic.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves1
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John's Whiskey Sour, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 25 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 43 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 46
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 45
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 13
- Performance
- 22
- General Wellness
- 1
Prepare the simple syrup: In a small pan over medium heat, bring the sugar and water to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Pour it into a small bowl and let it cool completely before using, 15 to 20 minutes.
- 3
Make the cocktail: Add 3/4 fluid ounce simple syrup, bourbon, lemon juice, bitters, and egg white to a large cocktail shaker.
- 4
Cover with a smaller shaker or top and give it a dry shake without ice for about 30 seconds.
- 5
Add 3 ice cubes to the bourbon mixture, cover, and shake vigorously until the shaker is very cold and the outside is frosty, about 45 seconds.
- 6
Uncover and strain into a rocks glass with 1 large ice cube.
- Calories 732.1 kcal High 37%
- Protein 7.49 g Moderate 15%
- Carbohydrate 142.5 g 52%
- Total Fat 17.02 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 7.55 g High 38%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 208.75 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 6.84 g Good Source 24%
- Total Sugars 118.49 g --
- Added Sugars 2.5 g Moderate 5%
- Calcium 2.27 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.03 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 31.75 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Eggs 🥚
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Chef John's Whiskey Sour is made with 7 ingredients and serves 1. It takes about 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bourbon, Egg Whites, Lemon Juice, and Orange Bitters. Each serving provides about 732.1 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chef John's Whiskey Sour made of?
- The main ingredients are Bourbon, Egg Whites, Lemon Juice, Orange Bitters, Sugar. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chef John's Whiskey Sour?
- About 15 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 732.1 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chef John's Whiskey Sour easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Chef John's Whiskey Sour healthy?
- Chef John's Whiskey Sour has an easyChef Pro health score of 24/100. Per serving, it provides 732.1 calories and 7.49 g of protein, or 15% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 208.75 mg (9% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 7.55 g (38% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 2.5 g (5% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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