How to Make Chef John's Whiskey Sour - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chef John's Whiskey Sour is a classic cocktail that has been enjoyed for generations. This simple yet sophisticated beverage is the perfect combination of sweet, sour, and whiskey flavors. It's the ideal drink for sipping on a warm summer evening or for enjoying with friends at a dinner party.

Whiskey sours have a rich history that dates back to the 19th century. Originally created as a way to mask the flavor of lower-quality spirits, the whiskey sour has evolved into a beloved cockta...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 fluid ounces 100-proof bourbon whiskey
  • 1 fluid ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 4 drops orange bitters, or more to taste
  • 1 large egg white
  • ice cubes as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 1

  • Prepare simple syrup: Bring sugar and water to a simmer in a small pan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a small bowl and let cool completely before using, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Make cocktail: Pour 3/4 fluid ounce simple syrup, bourbon, lemon juice, bitters, and egg white into a large cocktail shaker. Cover with a smaller cocktail shaker, or top, and give cocktail a "dry shake" without ice, about 30 seconds.
  • Add 3 ice cubes to bourbon mixture, cover, and shake vigorously until the shaker is very cold and the outside is frosty, about 45 seconds. Uncover and strain into a rocks glass containing 1 large ice cube.
  • Nutrition

    555 cal.

    • Sodium: 60mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 104g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 101g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 97mg