Citrus Whiskey Sour

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

A balanced whiskey sour combining bright citrus notes with smooth whiskey, crafted to appeal to a broad range of tastes. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice 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
• 1/2 oz fresh orange juice
• 3/4 oz rich simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
• 1 large egg white
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 piece lemon twist
• enough to fill glass large ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz fresh orange juice, 3/4 oz rich simple syrup, and 1 large egg white into a cocktail shaker without ice.
2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker halfway and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until frosty.
4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards.
5. Step 5: Drop 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam and use a toothpick to create a decorative swirl.
6. Step 6: Garnish by expressing a lemon twist over the surface, twisting to release oils, then resting it on the rim.