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By Ashley McCrary
Published Dec 31, 2019 Updated Jul 11, 2023
5 from 4 votes
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I can remember ordering a whiskey sour for the very first time when I turned 21. I felt oh so fancy and after one sip, I was hooked. Smooth bourbon mixed with lime juice and orange bitters punch. What more could you want in a whiskey co*cktail? Whiskey sours became my go-to order and favorite.
There is something magical about ordering a co*cktail and watching the bartender make it in front of you like a magic trick. However, the price tag for these little co*cktails was not magical.
I decided to try to become my own bartender and recreate my favorite at home. It took me purchasing the best co*cktail-making set and a couple of attempts, but here it is. The easiest, yummiest homemade whiskey sour you could ever dream of!
What Makes This The Best Whiskey co*cktail
This ultimate Whiskey Sour Recipe features smooth bourbon shaken with citrus juices, orange bitters, simple syrup, grenadine, & topped with a perfect egg white foam! The easiest, tastiest Whiskey co*cktail!
The best part is, while it may look like a fancy co*cktail, it takes under 3 minutes to make! Throw all the ingredients in your favorite co*cktail shaker, shake, pour over ice, and top with a cherry & orange rind. Your friends will literally think you hired a mixologist!
Ingredient Notes
Raw Egg White
To get the foam top, the egg white in your whiskey sour is key. However, you can omit the egg white and still make a perfect delicious whiskey sour without the foam top. I find that the egg white adds a ton of nice texture without adding any additional flavor. It’s a great addition to a beautiful co*cktail.
Best Whiskey for a Whisky Sour
There really isn’t a “wrong” whiskey to use to make this whiskey sour recipe. It really is all based on your preference. Below are my favorites to use in this classic co*cktail.
- Markers Mark 46
- Breckenridge
- Woodford Reserve
- Buffalo Trace
Peachy Tips & Tricks
Shaking your Whiskey Sour
- I use a method call “Dry Shaken“. This is my favorite way to shake my co*cktails. For this method, shake the co*cktail shaker for 10 seconds without ice then add a couple of ice cubes and shake another 20 seconds.
Best co*cktail Mixing Set
- Becoming your own Bartender requires a few tools that are key to have on hand when making any co*cktail. But, they really are the gift that keeps on giving. My favorite co*cktail mixing set includes: co*cktail Shaker, Jigger, co*cktail Mixing Spoon, Strainer, Ice Thong, Bottle Opener, & a Stylish Wooden Stand to hold all the tools!
FAQs
Is it okay to consume raw egg white?
If you are worried about salmonella, the chances of getting it from a raw egg is pretty low. However, it still bothers you, purchase pasteurized eggs. This process heats the eggs for a period of time killing any bacteria in the egg. You can find pasteurized eggs at your local grocery store!
How do I garnish a whiskey sour?
I think the raw egg white foam on the top adds such a lovely garnish to this whiskey sour. It doesn’t need much else. I top with a stemmed cherry and an orange rind, but feel free to serve this co*cktail the way you like it!raw
Are there any other egg white co*cktails?
Yes! As a matter of fact, I have this delicious Spicy Jalapeño Margarita that also features the beautiful egg white foam!
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Shaken Whiskey Sour co*cktail
By: Ashley McCrary
5 from 4 votes
This ultimate Whiskey Sour Recipe features smooth bourbon shaken with citrus juices, orange bitters, simple syrup, grenadine, & topped with a perfect egg white foam! The easiest, tastiest Whiskey co*cktail!
Prep Time: 1 minute minute
Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 co*cktail
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bourbon
- ¾ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounce orange juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 4 dashes orange bitters
- 1/2 tsp grenadine syrup
- 1 egg white
- Orange slices for garnish
Instructions
Combine liquid ingredients along with the egg white into shaker with a tight seal.
Dry shake without ice for 10 seconds, then add a few ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 20 seconds.
Strain into a glass and garnish with an orange slice.
Notes
- The egg white is key to getting the delicious foam top.
- I prefer orange bitters in my whisky sour, but if you are not a fan you can substitute Angostura Bitters.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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