Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour Cocktail
A cozy twist on the classic whiskey sour with bourbon, real maple syrup, cinnamon, and fresh lemon juice. Sweet, tart, and perfectly spiced for chilly weather!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring spoons
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Rocks glass
- Bar spoon
- Knife and cutting board
- Small plate
- Citrus juicer
- Ice
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz pure maple syrup
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 egg white egg white or aquafaba optional, for creamy texture
- lemon wheel or twist for garnish
- cinnamon stick for garnish
- ice
Instructions
- Pour bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup, and cinnamon (ground or stick) into a cocktail shaker.
- Add egg white or aquafaba if desired for a creamy texture.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake well for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel or twist and a cinnamon stick. Optionally dust with a pinch of ground cinnamon.
Notes
Use real maple syrup for best flavor. Adjust lemon or maple to taste. Aquafaba (chickpea liquid) is a good vegan alternative to egg white. Rimming the glass with cinnamon sugar adds a festive touch.