When the days grow short and the nights turn crisp, there’s nothing like a cocktail that wraps you up in warmth and holiday cheer. This Winter Whiskey Sour takes everything you love about the classic — the bright tang, the silky smoothness, the perfect balance of sweet and tart — and dresses it up for the season. A drizzle of maple syrup adds cozy depth, warming spices bring a gentle holiday glow, and a splash of orange bitters ties it all together with festive sparkle. Whether you’re toasting with friends at a holiday gathering or savoring a quiet night by the fire, this cocktail is pure winter magic in a glass.
Winter Whiskey Sour Cocktail
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces bourbon of choice
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or to taste
- pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg
- ice
- dried lemon slice or cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker about two thirds full with ice. Add bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup and a pinch of ground cinnamon. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain the cold bourbon into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Lightly sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg on top. Garnish with a dried lemon slice or a cinnamon stick.