Like a bourbon lemonade, only considerably more interesting, the Whiskey Sour is about as straightforward as cocktails get: good whiskey, fresh lemon and a little sweetness, with egg white adding body and a silky froth if you’re so inclined. We like ours with Straight Bourbon, where rich oak and vanilla notes give the classic combination a little more depth.
- 2oz Straight Bourbon
- .75oz fresh lemon
- .25oz simple syrup
- .5oz egg white (optional)
- 3 dashes aromatic bitters
Build ingredients into a shaker and dry-shake (no ice) for about 20-30 seconds, then add ice to the shaker and shake for another 15-20 seconds. Strain into a coupe and garnish with three dashes of aromatic bitters.
