Whiskey Sour
Whisky Sour
Ингредиенты
- Blended Whiskey 2 oz
- Lemon Juice of 1/2
- Powdered sugar 1/2 tsp
- Cherry 1
- Lemon 1/2 slice
Инструкции
Shake with ice. Strain into chilled glass, garnish and serve. If served 'On the rocks', strain ingredients into old-fashioned glass filled with ice.
The Whiskey Sour is one of the most enduring and widely recognized cocktails in the world, made with blended whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and powdered sugar, served over ice with a cherry and lemon garnish. As an IBA Unforgettable, it is the definitive representation of the sour family — a group of spirit-citrus-sweetener cocktails that constitute one of the foundational cocktail templates in bartending. The drink's balance of whiskey warmth, citrus tartness, and gentle sweetness has earned it a permanent place in cocktail culture.
History & Origins
Whiskey Sours appeared in Jerry Thomas's 1862 'How to Mix Drinks', making them among the earliest documented American cocktails. The sour template Thomas described — spirit, lemon, sugar — became the foundation of modern mixology's sour category and directly influenced drinks from the Daiquiri to the Margarita. The IBA includes it among its Unforgettables, and it consistently ranks among the most ordered cocktails globally. Adding egg white for a silky foam layer became a popular refinement in the 20th century.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Lemon zest and whiskey grain character, with a subtle sweetness from the powdered sugar. Palate: Tart and citrusy from the lemon juice, with blended whiskey's grain complexity and mild spice providing structure; the sweetener ties the components together into a balanced, pleasing whole. Finish: Refreshing and moderately dry with lingering lemon and whiskey warmth.
Pro Tip
For the best Whiskey Sour, add an egg white and dry-shake before adding ice — the foam transforms it from a good drink into a great one.
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