Ginger-Spiced Apple Whiskey Sour

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A vibrant cocktail balancing tart apple, warming whiskey, and a hint of ginger for a crisp, invigorating experience. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together apple whiskey, fresh lemon juice, ginger 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 180 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: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Add 2 oz apple whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz ginger syrup, and 1 egg white into a cocktail shaker without ice.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify and create froth.
  3. Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake again for 15 seconds until cold.
  4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to achieve a smooth texture.
  5. Step 5: Garnish by placing a thin apple slice floating on the foam and dusting a pinch of grated nutmeg over the top.

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