Classic Whiskey Sour

Name: Classic Whiskey Sour
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 5 fluid ounces whiskey; 2 fluid ounces fresh lemon juice; 1 fluid ounce simple syrup; 1 cup ice cubes, or as needed; 3 maraschino cherries for garnish

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A classic lemon whiskey sour should be made from scratch, or it ain't a whiskey sour. For a cleaner, classier-looking drink, strain the lemon juice to remove seeds and pulp. This cocktail can be served in martini glasses or tumblers full of ice.

Submitted by JEESH999

Updated on September 18, 2022

Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

5 fluid ounces whiskey
2 fluid ounces fresh lemon juice
1 fluid ounce simple syrup
1 cup ice cubes, or as needed
3 maraschino cherries for garnish

Directions

Combine whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a shaker. Fill with ice. Cover and shake until the shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds.
Strain into 3 martini glasses and garnish each glass with a maraschino cherry.