High Standard Whiskey Sour

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

A classic whiskey sour elevated with a silky egg white foam and balanced citrus, embodying the highest standard of cocktail craft. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, rich simple syrup (2:1 sugar 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 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.

Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon whiskey
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 0.75 oz rich simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
• 1 egg white
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• enough to fill shaker large ice cubes
• 1 piece lemon wheel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.75 oz rich simple syrup, and 1 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 large ice cubes to the shaker and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
4. Step 4: Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
5. Step 5: Drop 2 dashes of Angostura bitters onto the foam surface and use a toothpick to create a subtle pattern.
6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin lemon wheel floated on the rim.