Citrus-Spiced Starburst Sour
A bright, tangy sour cocktail with a hint of warming spice and fresh citrus that sparkles on the palate. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon, 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 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
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz cinnamon syrup
- 1 egg white
- 2 dashes orange bitters
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz cinnamon syrup.
- Step 2: Add 1 egg white to the shaker and dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds without ice to emulsify.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the tin frosts.
- Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Add 2 dashes of orange bitters on the foam, then use a toothpick to create a decorative swirl.
- Step 6: Garnish by expressing a wide strip of orange peel over the surface, twisting it to release oils, and resting it neatly on the rim.
