High School Drama Sour
A playful and tart sour cocktail with a bright cherry note, inspired by the youthful energy and contrasts of the TV series 'Popular.'. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 10 minutes brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, maraschino cherry 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
- 1/2 oz maraschino cherry liqueur
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1 egg white
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz maraschino cherry liqueur, 1/2 oz simple syrup, and 1 egg white into a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds in a dry shake to emulsify the egg white and create foam.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker until it is full and shake again vigorously for 12 seconds until cold and frothy.
- Step 4: Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Garnish with a single maraschino cherry dropped gently onto the foam surface and express a thin lemon twist over the top, resting it on the rim.
Frequently asked questions
How long does High School Drama Sour take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover High School Drama Sour?
Refrigerate any leftover high school drama sour in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in High School Drama Sour?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale High School Drama Sour for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with High School Drama Sour?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
