Citrus-Spiced Whiskey Sour with Orange Twist

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A balanced whiskey sour enhanced by warm spices and bright citrus that refreshes and comforts with every sip. 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 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz cinnamon simple syrup, and 1 egg white.
  2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously (without ice) for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  3. Step 3: Add fresh ice to the shaker and shake again for 12 seconds until the shaker feels frosty.
  4. Step 4: Double-strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam surface and use a toothpick to create a decorative pattern.
  6. Step 6: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the drink to release oils, then rest it on the rim as garnish.

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