Citrus-Spiced Rye Sour
A bright and balanced rye whiskey sour elevated with warm spices and fresh citrus, perfect for a cozy evening. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, fresh lemon juice, cinnamon 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 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 rye whiskey
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz cinnamon syrup
- 1 egg white
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
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Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz rye whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz cinnamon syrup, and 1 egg white to a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create a frothy texture.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim, then shake again vigorously for 12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and achieve a smooth pour.
- Step 5: Garnish by dropping 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam and using a toothpick to create a marbled pattern.
