Jun 06 2026
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Whiskey Sour Recipe

Inspired by Urban Kitchen
Time10m
Serves1

whiskey, lemon lime juice

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Simple Syrup

    If you don't have simple syrup, make it by mixing equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved. Allow to cool before using.

  2. 2

    Juice the Lemons

    Juice fresh lemons to get 3 tablespoons of lemon juice. Strain the juice to remove any seeds or pulp.

Mixing the Drink

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

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

  2. 4

    Add Ice

    Fill the shaker with ice cubes (about 1 cup) to chill the mixture.

  3. 5

    Shake Well

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 6

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice or a chilled coupe glass.

  2. 7

    Garnish

    Garnish with a lemon wheel and a maraschino cherry on top for presentation.

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