Summer Whiskey Delight
Homemade simple syrup and the addition of an egg white make this whiskey sour a delightful, summer-ready cocktail. The smoothness of bourbon whiskey, the tanginess of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the hint of orange bitters create a balanced and refreshing drink. The egg white gives it a creamy texture, making it a go-to cocktail for warm days.
Summer Whiskey Delight
A delightful and creamy whiskey sour with homemade simple syrup, bourbon, lemon juice, and a hint of orange bitters, perfect for summer.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 fluid ounces 100-proof bourbon whiskey
- 1 fluid ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 drops orange bitters
- 1 large egg white
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- In a small pan, simmer sugar and water until sugar is dissolved, then let it cool completely.
- In a large cocktail shaker, combine 3/4 fluid ounce simple syrup, bourbon, lemon juice, bitters, and egg white.
- Dry shake the mixture without ice for about 30 seconds.
- Add 3 ice cubes to the shaker, cover, and shake vigorously for about 45 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass containing 1 large ice cube.