Whiskey Sour Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Gather Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients: whiskey, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, maraschino cherry, and lemon slice.
- 2
Prepare Simple Syrup (if not using store-bought)
In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water (e.g., 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water). Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Let cool before using.
Mixing the Drink
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- 4
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 5
Strain
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
Garnishing
- 6
Add Garnishes
Garnish the drink with a maraschino cherry and a slice of lemon on the rim of the glass.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whiskey Sour!