Description
A bold and smooth whiskey cocktail perfect for celebrating Father’s Day, combining warm whiskey notes with fresh lemon and subtle sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz good-quality bourbon or rye whiskey
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist or cherry, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice to chill it thoroughly.
- Pour 2 ounces of bourbon or rye whiskey into the shaker.
- Add 3/4 ounce of fresh lemon juice, freshly squeezed for the best brightness.
- Measure and add 1/2 ounce of simple syrup to balance the acidity.
- Include 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to enrich the depth.
- Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the outside feels cold and condensation forms, indicating the perfect chill.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled old-fashioned or rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lemon twist by expressing the citrus oils over the glass or add a cherry for a classic touch.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the full spectrum of flavors while the cocktail is crisp and refreshing.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for bright acidity.
- Shake vigorously, not just swirl.
- Use large ice cubes to slow melting and avoid dilution.
- Adjust simple syrup to your preferred sweetness.
- Strain well to keep the cocktail clear and smooth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: whiskey cocktail, Father’s Day drink, bourbon cocktail, rye whiskey drink, citrus cocktail