Citrus-Honey Whiskey Sour Shake

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

A lively whiskey sour variant brightened with fresh lemon and orange juice balanced by smooth honey 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 180 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
• 1/2 oz fresh orange juice
• 3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
• 1 large egg white
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz fresh orange juice, and 3/4 oz honey syrup.
2. Step 2: Add 1 large egg white to the shaker, then dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds without ice to emulsify.
3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker and shake hard for another 15 seconds until frosty.
4. Step 4: Double strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
5. Step 5: Dot 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam surface and use a toothpick to create a swirl pattern.
6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin wheel of lemon perched on the glass rim.