A Whisky based Sour that owes a debt to the not dissimilar Old Fashioned Cocktail. This Sour relies on only Lemon and Triple Sec to sweeten and sour the earthy Bourbon base.
Mix
1 shot of Bourbon
1 shot of Triple Sec
1 shot of Lemon Juice
Shake
Add all the ingredients to the mixing tin, add lots of ice, shake thoroughly and strain into the glass over lots of ice.
Pour
Serve in a Rocks glass and garnish with a lemon slice.
Ingredient Profile
A lemon wheel nestled between ice cubes in a Fruit Sour cocktail.
Shot by Shot Guide
mix shake and pour's shot by shot guide shows how to mix a Fruit Sour cocktail. Don't forget to check out our Top Ten Tips For Mixing Cocktails
Measure 1 shot of Triple Sec and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 1 shot of Lemon Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Shake the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Fill a Rocks glass with ice.
Strain the contents of the mixing tin into the glass.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with a lemon slice.
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