Honey-Ginger Whiskey Sour with Cardamom

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

A warming whiskey sour balanced with honey and fresh ginger, accented by exotic cardamom for an inviting twist. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, 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 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
• 3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
• 1/4 oz fresh ginger juice
• a pinch ground cardamom
• 1 egg white (optional)
• as needed ice cubes
• 1 for garnish lemon twist

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz honey syrup, 1/4 oz fresh ginger juice, a pinch of ground cardamom, and 1 egg white (if using) into a cocktail shaker without ice.
2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white and mix ingredients.
3. Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
4. Step 4: Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and ginger fibers.
5. Step 5: Express a wide strip of lemon peel over the surface, twisting to release oils, then rest it on the rim as garnish.