Twisted Berry Whiskey Sour
A twist on the classic whiskey sour featuring muddled berries for a vibrant color and fresh fruit flavor. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together bourbon whiskey, fresh lemon juice, simple 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 210 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
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 4 pcs (blackberries and raspberries) mixed fresh berries
- 1/2 oz (optional for foam) egg white
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 4 fresh mixed berries (blackberries and raspberries) in a shaker and muddle gently until crushed but not pureed.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 3/4 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 oz simple syrup, and 1/2 oz egg white if using.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg white and chill the drink.
- Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a rocks glass filled with one large clear ice cube.
- Step 5: Garnish by skewering a couple of fresh berries on a pick and resting it across the rim.
