Bourbon Dose

If you’re looking for a classic cocktail that is easy to make and perfect for literally any occasion, look no further than the Whiskey Sour. This cocktail has been around for centuries and is still a favorite among cocktail enthusiasts today. This classic whiskey sour recipe is a staple for beginners and advanced cocktail makers alike.

In this recipe, we have you covered. We’ll be exploring how to make a delicious Whiskey Sour cocktail with bourbon, and also provide some seasonal variations that you can try out. As with every cocktail, selecting a premium spirit is key. For this cocktail, we used Buffalo Trace Bourbon & Eagle Rare Bourbon. We also love Luxardo cherries – the sweetness of the cherries contrasts perfectly with the acidity of the lemon juice in this recipe.

Seasonal Whiskey Sour Variations

One of the great things about the Whiskey Sour is that it is very versatile, and you can easily switch up the ingredients to make a seasonal variation. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Fall Variation: Apple Cider Whiskey Sour

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz apple cider
• 1/2 oz honey
• Ice
• Apple slice and cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, apple cider, and honey.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
3. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with an apple slice and cinnamon stick.

Whiskey Sour Variations

Winter Variation: Maple Whiskey Sour

Full Maple Whiskey Sour Recipe Here

• 2 oz bourbon
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz maple syrup
• 1/4 oz triple sec
• Ice
• Orange twist for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup, and triple sec.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
3. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with an orange twist.

Spring Variation: Grapefruit Whiskey Sour

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon
• 3/4 oz fresh grapefruit juice
• 1/2 oz honey
• 1/4 oz Campari
• Ice
• Grapefruit twist for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, grapefruit juice, honey, and Campari.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
3. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with a grapefruit twist.

Summer Variation: Peach Whiskey Sour

Full peach whiskey sour recipe here.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 oz peach schnapps
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Ice
• Peach slice for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, peach schnapps, and simple syrup.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
3. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with a peach slice.

Another great summer variation: Bourbon Blackberry Sour