Citrus and Ginger-Infused Bourbon Sour
A refreshing bourbon cocktail combining the zing of fresh lemon and orange juice with the warm spice of ginger syrup. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice 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 190 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
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz fresh orange juice
- 1/2 oz ginger syrup
- 1 large egg white
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 slice for garnish lemon wheel
- 2 dashes angostura bitters
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shaker, combine 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz fresh orange juice, 1/2 oz ginger syrup, and 1 large egg white. Shake vigorously without ice for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 20 seconds until the mixture is chilled and frothy.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Add 2 dashes of angostura bitters on top and garnish with 1 slice of lemon wheel for a bright, aromatic finish.
