{"id":7589,"date":"2023-08-01T07:50:42","date_gmt":"2023-08-01T11:50:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/?p=7589"},"modified":"2026-02-12T07:18:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T11:18:10","slug":"whiskey-sour-variations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/whiskey-sour-variations\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Intriguing Variations on the Classic Whiskey Sour"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re a fan of this classic cocktail, then our Whiskey Sour variations might be right up your alley.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> And, yes, we\u2019re <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">technically <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">not allowed to play favorites among our cocktails, but the classic Whiskey Sour has a very special place in our hearts here at The Mixer. So please feel free to mix up any of these intriguing variations on this true-blue stalwart\u2014and let us know which one was your fave! <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>1. Passion Fruit Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7588 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of a Passionfruit Whiskey Sour variation in a stylised studio environment, styled with fresh passionfruit among its base\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Passion-Fruit-Sour.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019re starting our list of <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/whiskey-sour-with-egg-white\/\">classic Whiskey Sour<\/a> variations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with the Passion Fruit Sour, simply because it\u2019s so very extra. This is a drink you pour for your guests when you want to make a splash. Add 1.5 oz <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildturkeybourbon.com\/products\/wild-turkey-101\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wild Turkey 101<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, 1 oz passion fruit pur\u00e9e, 0.5 oz lime juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and one egg white to a cocktail shaker. Dry shake for 15 seconds. Now add ice, shake it for a further 15 seconds, and strain it into a chilled serving glass. Garnish with half a passion fruit and serve.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You might also like<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/passionfruit-gin-cocktail\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Passion Fruit Gin Cocktail<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/pornstar-martini\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pornstar Martini<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>2. Cherry Point Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7613 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry Point Whiskey Sour variation in a retro lounge setting\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Cherry-Point-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you are on the lookout for fruity <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">variations of the Whiskey Sour<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, the Cherry Point Sour should be at the top of your list. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/cherry-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cherry cocktails<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are enjoying a lingering moment in the limelight, and this drink is a great example of how you can allow these little stone fruits to shine as a garnish.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Combine 2 oz whiskey, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake. Strain into a rocks glass with ice. Float a measure of red wine (we like a Bordeaux blend) on top of the drink. Garnish with a brandied cherry speared through a lemon wheel.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>3. Gold Rush<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7614 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Gold Rush Cocktails on a golden tray\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Gold-Rush_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Variations on the Whiskey Sour<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with honey in the mix? Yes, please! First invented in New York before prohibition, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/gold-rush-cocktail-recipe\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gold Rush<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> cocktail shares similarities with the Whiskey Sour and the buzzy <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bee\u2019s Knees<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, featuring Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon as a base spirit. Straightforward, sophisticated, and refreshing, it\u2019s the perfect pre-dinner serve for your next party. \u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More amazzzzingness:<\/span><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/honey-syrup\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Honey Syrup Recipe<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/honey-syrup-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">12 Honey Syrup Cocktails<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>4. Fall Spiced Whiskey Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-7585\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of a Fall Spiced Apple Sour cocktail againt a dark and dramatic backdrop garnished with spices and sliced fruit\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/07\/Whiskey-Sour-Variations_Fall-Spiced-Whiskey-Sour.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Arguably one of the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">best Whiskey Sour variations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for folks who love fall, the Fall Spiced Whiskey Sour is a deliciously flavorful cocktail with lots of tasty layers to it. \u00a0Combine 2 oz whiskey, 3 oz apple cider, 1.5 oz fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of pumpkin pie spice in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well until mixed and ice cold. Strain and pour into a cocktail glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with an apple slice or a sprig of rosemary. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Speaking of spice&#8230; <\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/spicy-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All the Spicy Cocktail Recipes You Need if You Like It Hot<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>5. Maple Rye Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7621 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Maple Whiskey Sour variations during fall\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Maple-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/plan\/best-rye-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">best rye cocktails<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> have a jaunty-yet-dapper vibe, and the Maple Rye Sour is certainly no exception. As far as <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whiskey Sour cocktail variations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> go, this one is likely to quickly become a staple on your go-to DIY drink roster if you love a good rye.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Combine 2 oz rye whiskey, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.25 oz maple syrup, and 0.25 oz amaro liqueur in a cocktail shaker. Fill it with ice, cover it, and shake vigorously until chilled. Strain into a chilled sour glass and garnish with an orange peel.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>6. Lychee Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7611 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Lychee Whiskey Sour variation\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Lychee-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re in the mood for <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whiskey Sour variations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with a bit of a tropical slant, this is the drink you want to make! To make a Lychee Sour, add 1.5 oz whiskey, 0.25 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.25 oz simple syrup, and 1.5 oz lychee juice to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until chilled, strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice, and garnish with a lemon twist.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Love lychee<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/lychee-martini\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shake up a Lychee Martini!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>7. Pomegranate Whiskey Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7620 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Pomegranate whiskey sour variation on a kitchen table\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/Pomegranate-Whiskey-Sour_Featured-Image_MidjourneyAI_GP.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/pomegranate-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pomegranate cocktails<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are super trendy right now, and this Pomegranate Whiskey Sour is a great example of how the unique taste of fruit can shine. This Whiskey Sour recipe calls for pomegranate simple syrup. You can choose to either buy a bottle of grenadine at the store or if pomegranates are in season, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">make your own syrup at home<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. It\u2019s super simple. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Making the cocktail is just as easy. Combine 4 oz Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon, 2 oz fresh lemon juice, and 2 oz pomegranate simple syrup in a shaker with ice. Vigorously shake until well combined, about 20 seconds. Strain into a serving glass over fresh ice and enjoy!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>8. New York Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6623 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry Point Sour cocktail with a lemon twist and cherry garnish\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/04\/New-York-Sour_Canva_Oleksandr-Prokopenko-e1682339471767.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An IBA official cocktail, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/new-york-sour\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">New York Sour cocktail<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> hails from the mid-19th century. Adding red wine to the classic <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whiskey Sour<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> imparts a deep red color and striking aromatic qualities that make for a wonderfully complex flavor profile without being too finicky to shake up on the fly.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What on earth is the IBA?<\/span><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/ibas-list-of-official-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">15 Drinks on the IBA\u2019s List of Official Cocktails You Gotta Try<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>9. Pickle Juice Whiskey Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6997\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Pickle Juice Whiskey Sour\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Pickle-Juice-Whiskey-Sour_MidjourneyAI_GPC-e1684908422641.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prepare to embark on a flavor adventure like no other with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/pickle-juice-whiskey-sour\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pickle Juice Whiskey Sour<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. It\u2019s a tantalizing fusion of tangy pickle juice, smooth whiskey, and zesty citrus that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>10. Cranberry Orange Whiskey Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5124 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Orange and Cranberry Whiskey Sour\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/448.-Orange-Cranberry-Whiskey-Sour_CANVA_bhofack2.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/cranberry-orange-whiskey-sour\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cranberry Orange Whiskey Sour<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is a thing of beauty. Add 1 oz unsweetened cranberry juice, 3 oz orange juice, 2 oz whiskey, 0.5 oz <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandmarnier.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Grand Marnier<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, 0.5 oz lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and two sprigs of thyme to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds and strain into a chilled glass. Top it off with ginger beer and garnish with an orange peel and fresh thyme. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>11. Pisco Sour<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-4051\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Pisco Sour Cocktail\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/349.US_Sour-Cocktails_Pisco-Sour_Canva_MAEcOibOVZI-pisco-sour-cocktail-1.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hailing from pretty Peru, the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/pisco-sour-cocktail\/\">Pisco Sour<\/a> cocktail<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is an earthy and refreshing drink featuring pisco (a white Peruvian brandy made from Muscadel grapes), lime, egg white, bitters, and sugar as ingredients. It also happens to be the national cocktail of Peru and Chile. \u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>There you have it \u2015 our sensational Whiskey Sour variations to try at home. If you loved this, we have plenty more awesomeness to share! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/subscribe\/\">Sign up for our newsletter<\/a> to be the first to know when a new and exciting cocktail recipe lands&#8230;\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute;left: 846px;top: 7513.94px\">\n<div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re a fan of this classic cocktail, then our Whiskey Sour variations might be right up your alley. 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