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Blood Orange Whiskey Sour Cocktail

Blood Orange Whiskey Sour Cocktail Recipe
A vibrant twist on the classic whiskey sour, this cocktail blends the warmth of bourbon with the citrusy brightness of blood orange and a silky egg white foam.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Citrus juicer
  • Strainer
  • Rocks glass or coupe glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Ice cubes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1 oz fresh blood orange juice
  • 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup 1:1 sugar and water
  • 1 egg white optional
  • 2 dashes bitters such as Angostura
  • ice cubes for shaking and serving
  • blood orange slice or twist for garnish

Instructions

  • Add the whiskey, blood orange juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using) into a cocktail shaker.
  • Dry shake (without ice) for about 15 seconds to create foam.
  • Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well chilled.
  • Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over a large ice cube or into a coupe glass without ice.
  • Add 2 dashes of bitters on top of the foam.
  • Garnish with a blood orange slice or twist.

Notes

Use fresh blood oranges for best color and flavor. Adjust sweetness based on the tartness of the fruit. Egg white is optional but adds a creamy texture. Bourbon offers a smoother base; rye adds spice.