Ginger-Honey Bourbon Sour with Candied Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-30 · Updated 2026-05-30

A smooth bourbon sour elevated with fresh ginger and honey, garnished with a spicy candied ginger slice for depth. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together bourbon, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey to water) 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
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
• 1/4 oz fresh ginger juice
• 1 egg white
• 1 slice candied ginger

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz honey syrup, 1/4 oz fresh ginger juice, and 1 egg white to a cocktail shaker without ice.
2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
3. Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake again for 15 seconds until the outside is frosty.
4. Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to ensure silky texture.
5. Step 5: Garnish by skewering a slice of candied ginger and resting it on the rim.