Classic Whiskey Sour

Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon whiskey
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 oz simple syrup
• 1 egg white (optional, for foam)
• Angostura bitters
• Ice
• Lemon wheel and cherry for garnish

Instructions

1. Add whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using) to a shaker
2. Dry shake (without ice) for 15 seconds to emulsify egg white
3. Add ice and shake again for 10-15 seconds
4. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice
5. Add 2-3 dashes of bitters on foam
6. Garnish with lemon wheel and cherry

Notes

• Always use fresh lemon juice, never bottled
• Egg white is optional but creates a nice foam layer
• Can use maple syrup instead of simple syrup for variation
• Adjust sweetness to taste

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Variations

• Boston Sour: Float red wine on top
• New York Sour: Add a red wine float
• Gold Rush: Use honey syrup instead of simple syrup