This classic whiskey sour uses cherry simple syrup and homemade sour mix creating a cocktail pretty enough for a fancy holiday party, but easy enough to make any night of the week.
Lemon, Orange, Cherries & Fresh Basil to GarnishOptional
Instructions
Add ½ cup ice, 2 oz of whiskey, ½ oz orange juice, ½ oz lemon juice, ½ oz cherry simple syrup, and 1 oz of water to a cocktail shaker.
Shake for 30 - 45 seconds.
Strain the drink into a 10 oz whiskey glass full of ice cubes.
OPTIONAL - Garnish with an orange slice, fresh basil and cherries.
Notes
Have a cocktail kit ready by having the sweet and sour mix, orange slices, and cherries prepared well before you are ready to start pouring the drinks.