Citrus Task Manager Sour
A bright and refreshing cocktail that balances zesty citrus with smooth whiskey, perfect for keeping your focus sharp as you organize your day. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, orange liqueur 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 whiskey
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz orange liqueur
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1 small egg white
- 1 piece orange twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz orange liqueur, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Add 1 small egg white to the shaker and dry shake vigorously (without ice) for 15 seconds to emulsify.
- Step 3: Add ice to the shaker to fill it again, then shake vigorously for another 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange twist over the surface to release oils, then place it on the rim for garnish.
