Expressive Orange Whiskey Sour
A classic whiskey sour with a vibrant orange twist, enhanced by fresh citrus and balanced sweetness for a bright, approachable sip. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh orange juice, and fresh lemon 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 175 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 orange juice
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 wide strip orange peel
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim, then pour in 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh orange juice, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 3: Double strain into a rocks glass over one large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface by twisting it to release oils, then rub it along the rim before resting it elegantly on the glass edge.
