Spiced Apple Whiskey Sour with Cinnamon

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A warming whiskey sour variation enhanced by fresh apple juice and a touch of cinnamon, perfect for cozy evenings. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together Bourbon whiskey, Fresh apple juice, Fresh lemon juice 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 190 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 American cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1.5 oz fresh apple juice, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon into a cocktail shaker.
  2. Step 2: If using, add 1 small egg white to the shaker for a silky texture.
  3. Step 3: Dry shake vigorously (no ice) for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white and cinnamon.
  4. Step 4: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 15 seconds until the cocktail is well chilled.
  5. Step 5: Double strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin apple slice on the rim and serve for a balanced, spiced whiskey sour with autumnal notes.

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