Smoky Cherry Whiskey Sour
A smoky twist on the classic whiskey sour with tart cherry and aromatic smoked salt to add depth and complexity. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, tart cherry 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz tart cherry syrup
- pinch smoked salt
- 0.5 oz egg white (optional)
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 piece maraschino cherry
- 1 piece lemon wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.75 oz tart cherry syrup, a pinch of smoked salt, and 0.5 oz egg white to a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Step 2: Dry shake (no ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes to fill the shaker halfway and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and frothy.
- Step 4: Double strain into a rocks glass filled with one large clear ice cube.
- Step 5: Garnish by skewering a maraschino cherry and a lemon wheel on a cocktail pick, resting it across the rim.
