Smoked Rosemary Bourbon Sour

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A smoky twist on the classic bourbon sour, enhanced with fresh rosemary and a touch of maple syrup for depth and warmth. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together bourbon, fresh lemon juice, maple 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 195 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 195 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Lightly toast 1 fresh rosemary sprig over a flame until fragrant, then place it inside a mixing glass to infuse.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz maple syrup, and 1 egg white into the mixing glass with the rosemary.
  3. Step 3: Dry shake (without ice) vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  4. Step 4: Add ice cubes to fill the mixing glass halfway, then shake again for 15 seconds until chilled and frothy.
  5. Step 5: Double strain into a chilled rocks glass over one large clear ice cube.
  6. Step 6: Garnish by placing the toasted rosemary sprig on top, allowing the smoke aroma to enhance each sip.

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