Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Electric CheetahWhiskey Sour Recipe

Whiskey Sour Recipe

Time20m
Serves1

Loosen up w/ a long pour of whiskey, house-made simple syrup & a few dashes of aromatic bitters. Served w/ a cherry & orange slice.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnishes

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Simple Syrup

    Combine equal parts of sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Allow to cool before using.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of whiskey, 3 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 1 oz of simple syrup.

  3. 3

    Add Bitters and Ice

    Add 2 dashes of aromatic bitters and fill the shaker with ice.

  4. 4

    Shake

    Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Strain

    Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Add Garnishes

    Garnish the drink with a maraschino cherry and a slice of orange on the rim of the glass.

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