Cinnamon-Spiced Honey Whiskey Sour

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-13 · Updated 2026-07-13

A warm twist on the classic whiskey sour with honey and a touch of cinnamon, delivering cozy spice and smooth sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup (1:1 honey and water) 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 "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
• a pinch ground cinnamon
• 1 egg white (optional for foam)
• enough for shaker and glass ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz honey syrup, a pinch of ground cinnamon, and 1 egg white into a cocktail shaker without ice.
2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker halfway and shake again for 15 seconds until chilled and frothy.
4. Step 4: Strain into a chilled rocks glass over two large clear ice cubes.
5. Step 5: Garnish by sprinkling a tiny pinch of cinnamon powder evenly over the foam and place a thin lemon twist on the rim.