Cinnamon Honey Whiskey Sour
A warmly spiced whiskey sour featuring cinnamon-infused honey syrup for a cozy, balanced cocktail. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 10 minutes brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, cinnamon honey syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz cinnamon honey syrup
- 1 oz egg white (optional)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 lemon wheel
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare cinnamon honey syrup by gently warming 1/2 cup honey with 2 cinnamon sticks in 1/2 cup water until blended, then cool and strain.
- Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz cinnamon honey syrup.
- Step 3: Add 1 oz egg white if using for a silky texture.
- Step 4: Dry shake (without ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Step 5: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again vigorously for 12 seconds until chilled and frothy.
- Step 6: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 7: Garnish with a cinnamon stick laid across the rim and a thin lemon wheel floated on the surface.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon Honey Whiskey Sour take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon Honey Whiskey Sour?
Refrigerate any leftover cinnamon honey whiskey sour in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon Honey Whiskey Sour?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon Honey Whiskey Sour for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cinnamon Honey Whiskey Sour?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
