Best 5 Lemon Whiskey Sour Recipes

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When life gives you lemons, make whiskey sour, right? This classic cocktail is a refreshing and flavorful balance of sweet, sour, and boozy, making it a perfect choice for sipping on a hot summer day or enjoying after a long day at work. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious lemon whiskey sour that will impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC WHISKEY SOUR



Classic Whiskey Sour image

If it's not made from scratch, it ain't a Whiskey Sour. For a cleaner, classier looking drink, strain the lemon juice to remove seeds and pulp.

Provided by JEESH999

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Whiskey Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 fluid ounce simple syrup
2 fluid ounces fresh lemon juice
5 fluid ounces whiskey
ice cubes
3 maraschino cherries for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the simple syrup, lemon juice and whiskey in a shaker. Fill with ice. Cover and shake for about 30 seconds, until the shaker is frosty. Strain into martini glasses and garnish with a maraschino cherry. This can also be served in tumblers full of ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

LEMON WHISKEY SOUR



Lemon Whiskey Sour image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

Lemon wedge
1 teaspoon superfine sugar, plus more for rim
Ice
1 1/2 ounces whiskey
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Lemon slice, for garnish
Cherry, for garnish

Steps:

  • Rub the rim of an old fashioned glass with lemon wedge. Fill a saucer with sugar, and dip the glass, upside down, into the sugar.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add whiskey, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon superfine sugar, and shake until sugar dissolves. Strain into an ice-filled old fashioned glass, and garnish with lemon slice and a cherry.

FRESH WHISKEY SOURS



Fresh Whiskey Sours image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 10m

Yield 4 cocktails

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (3 lemons)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (4 limes)
2/3 cup sugar syrup (see below)
Maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Combine the whiskey, lemon juice, lime juice and syrup. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice and fill two-thirds full with the cocktail mixture. Shake for 30 seconds and pour into glasses. Add a maraschino cherry and serve ice cold.
  • Sugar syrup: Put 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Chill thoroughly before using.

MEYER LEMON AND THYME WHISKEY SOUR



Meyer Lemon and Thyme Whiskey Sour image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 35m

Yield 1 cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
4 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 ounces bourbon
1 ounce freshly squeezed Meyer lemon juice
Lemon twist, for garnish
Thyme sprig, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the simple syrup: Combine the sugar, thyme and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit for 20 minutes to infuse. Strain the syrup into a container and discard the thyme.
  • For the whiskey sour: Combine the bourbon, Meyer lemon juice and 1 1/2 ounces thyme simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well, then strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist and a thyme sprig. Serve.

LEMON WHISKEY SLUSH



Lemon Whiskey Slush image

Slushy, lemony and deceptively strong, this refreshing whiskey cocktail is great for a summer evening.

Provided by Ssharp

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Slushie Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup Irish whiskey
3 tablespoons white sugar
½ cup fresh lemon juice
4 cups ice cubes

Steps:

  • In the container of a blender, combine the Irish whiskey, sugar, lemon juice and ice cubes. Cover and blend until slushy, 15 to 30 seconds. Pour into glasses and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 6.8 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients, especially the whiskey and lemons. Freshly squeezed lemon juice will give your sour a brighter, more vibrant flavor than bottled juice.
  • Make sure your simple syrup is properly balanced. Too much sugar will make your sour too sweet, while too little will make it too tart. A good rule of thumb is to use equal parts sugar and water.
  • Don't overshake your sour. Over-shaking will incorporate too much air into the drink, making it foamy and less refreshing.
  • Serve your sour immediately after shaking. This will ensure that it is properly chilled and has the best flavor.
  • Garnish your sour with a lemon twist or a cherry. This will add a pop of color and flavor to your drink.

Conclusion:

The lemon whiskey sour is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make a lemon whiskey sour that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing cocktail, give the lemon whiskey sour a try.

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