National Whiskey Sour Day celebrates one of our favorite cocktails, which originated in the 1860s and whose recipe was first written down in the book The Bartender’s Guide by Jerry Thomas. Try these unique variations on the classic whiskey sour cocktail on August 25.
Ginger Sour
A sharp addition to the smooth of a traditional Whiskey Sour.
2 oz Joseph Magnus Bourbon
1 oz ginger simple syrup
.75 oz lime juice
1 egg white
1/2″ ginger chunk
Lime wedge
Combine Joseph Magnus Bourbon, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white in shaker. Shake vigorously for 30-60 seconds. Add ice and shake again. Set aside. Rim glass with a ginger chunk. Strain the contents of the cocktail shaker into the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.
New York Sour
Perhaps the most famous twist on the Whiskey Sour.
2 oz Joseph Magnus Bourbon
1 oz lemon juice
.75 oz simple syrup
1 egg white (optional)
.5 oz red wine
See the full recipe and instructions here.
Rattlesnake
Comes from San Francisco classic Beretta and pairs well with pizza.
2 oz Joseph Magnus Bourbon
1 oz lemon juice
.5 oz maple syrup
5 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters
Egg white
See the full recipe and instructions here.
Blackberry Whiskey Sour
Introduces mint and berry flavors to the traditional Whiskey Sour.
2 oz Joseph Magnus Bourbon
1 oz lemon juice
1 oz ginger beer
.5 oz honey
.5 cup blackberries
See the full recipe and instructions here.
Gold Rush
Maple syrup balances the whiskey in this sweet cocktail.
2 oz Joseph Magnus Bourbon
1 oz fresh lemon juice
.75 oz honey syrup
See the full recipe and instructions here.
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