Spiced Orchard Whiskey Sour
A warm twist on the classic whiskey sour with notes of apple and cinnamon, delivering cozy autumnal flavors in every sip. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and cinnamon bitters 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 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 apple cider syrup (apple cider reduced with sugar)
- 2 dashes cinnamon bitters
- 0.5 oz egg white
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
The shaker and jigger we’d mix this with → Best Bar Tools for 2026: Shakers, Jiggers & Strainers Worth Buying
Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →
Equipment for this recipe
Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.
Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.75 oz apple cider syrup, 2 dashes cinnamon bitters, and 0.5 oz egg white to a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker filling halfway and shake again for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Garnish with a cinnamon stick laid gently across the rim for aroma and presentation.
