Author Notes
No bottled sour mix allowed! Just a great spirit, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup. Here, Johnnie Walker Red Label adds a subtle, smoky flavor which balances out the bright citrus and adds just a touch of complexity—perfect for a version without egg white, on or off the rocks. Try changing up the bitters if you want to tweak the drink just a bit; orange, rhubarb, hopped grapefruit, even plum will all work well here. —Carey Jones
Test Kitchen Notes
This recipe is featured in the story For a Not-too-Sweet Whiskey Sour, Make it at Home, sponsored by Johnnie Walker. JOHNNIE WALKER RED LABEL Blended Scotch Whisky. 40% Alc/Vol. Imported by Diageo, Norwalk, CT. —The Editors
Ingredients
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1.5 ounces
Johnnie Walker Red Label scotch
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.75 ounces
fresh lemon juice
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.5 ounces
simple syrup*
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1 dash
grapefruit bitters
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Lemon wheel or slice, for garnish
Directions
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Combine ingredients in cocktail shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe or serve over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a thin lemon wheel.
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*To make the simple syrup: Dissolve 1 part sugar in 1 part hot water. Let cool before using.
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