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Want to impress your friends with your sophisticated taste? Tired of the same old mixed drinks? Follow the simple instructions in this guide for how to make a Whiskey Sour. It's class in a glass!
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Want to impress your friends with your sophisticated taste? Tired of the same old mixed drinks? Follow the simple instructions in this guide for how to make a Whiskey Sour. It's class in a glass!
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Introduction
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This delicious cocktail classically combines [[Whisky|whiskey]], [[Lemons|lemon juice]], [[How to Make Simple Syrup|simple syrup]] and a maraschino cherry for garnish. Though bourbon is the traditional variety of whiskey used, rye has been a historical f
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Whether you are on a date with an older man/woman, or just trying to expand your drink repertoire, a whiskey sour is always a respectable option. Though whiskey may have the reputation of putting hair on ones proverbial chest, the simple syrup and inhere
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This delicious cocktail classically combines [[Whisky|whiskey]], [[Lemons|lemon juice]], [[How to Make Simple Syrup|simple syrup]] and a maraschino cherry for garnish. Though bourbon is the traditional variety of whiskey used, rye has been a historical f
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What You'll Need
- This recipe serves one. Although there can be several small variations in the ingredients, the following stays true to the more traditional method. The prep time is about 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 oz. whiskey (rye or bourbon whiskey)
- 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup
- Ice
- 1 maraschino cherry or orange slice for garnishepicurious.com: Whiskey Sour
- 1 dash egg whiteiba-world.com: Whiskey Sour
- NOTE: While it is a traditional ingredient to the whiskey sour, the USDA warns that raw egg runs the risk of salmonella contamination.USDA: Focus On Shell Eggs Egg whites should be considered an optional ingredient in your cocktail.
Making the Whiskey Sour
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice.
- Put the whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white into the cocktail shaker with the ice.
- Shake well, until foamy.foodnetwork.com: Whiskey Sour Recipe
- Strain into chosen glass.
- Garnish with maraschino cherry or orange slice.
- Serve and enjoy!
Whiskey Sour Tips and Tricks
- Different types of alcohol can be used to create Gin, Rum or Brandy Sours.About.com: Whiskey Sour
- Simplify the drink making process by using superfine sugar instead of simple syrup.Epicurious.com: Whiskey Sour Recipe
- For extra kick try adding goldschlagger and a teaspoon of grated ginger to the ingredients in the shaker.BBC.com: Whiskey Sour Recipe
- To save time, you can make the sour mix beforehand to keep around for other beverages.Foodnetwork.com: Emeril Lagasse's Whiskey Sour Recipe
- Mix together one part lemon juice with one part sugar.
- Add two parts water and stir until dissolved.
More Whiskey Sour Recipes
- Epicurious: Whiskey Sour
- BBC Food: Whiskey Sour
- International Bartender Association: Whiskey Sour
