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
- 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
- Protein 7.49 g Moderate
- Carbs 142.5 g Moderate
- Total Fat 17.02 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.55 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 208.75 mg Moderate
- Fiber 6.84 g Good Source
- Sugar 118.49 g High
- Added Sugar 2.5 g Moderate
- Calcium 2.27 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.03 mg Low Source
- Potassium 31.75 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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