Citrus-Spiced Whiskey Sour with Cinnamon Twist

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A refreshing whiskey sour elevated with warm cinnamon and bright citrus notes for a cozy yet vibrant cocktail experience. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, cinnamon simple 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz cinnamon simple syrup, and 1/2 oz egg white if using.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously without ice for 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white, then add ice to fill the shaker and shake again for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
  3. Step 3: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  4. Step 4: Garnish by resting a cinnamon stick upright in the glass and express a lemon peel over the surface, twisting to release the oils before discarding the peel.

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