Spiced Western Sunset Sour
A warming sour cocktail infused with cinnamon and honey, evoking cozy evenings and sunset hues. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together bourbon, 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 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
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 egg white (optional)
- 1 lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker with ice cubes to the brim and pour in 2 oz bourbon, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz honey syrup.
- Step 2: Add 1 egg white if using for a silky texture; dry shake (no ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify.
- Step 3: Add ice cubes, then shake vigorously for another 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold and frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain into a chilled old-fashioned glass over one large clear ice cube.
- Step 5: Gently stir in 1 cinnamon stick placed in the glass to infuse aroma.
- Step 6: Express a wide lemon twist over the surface, twisting to release oils, then rest it on the rim for garnish.
