Making the
Classic Whisky Sour
One of the quintessential whisky cocktails. The lemon, Angostura and sugar in a whisky sour create a delightful dance where the soft vanilla and oak from the whisky can truly sing.
Ingredients
- 50ml Hankey Banister 12-Year-Old
- 25ml Lemon Juice
- 20ml 1:1 Sugar Syrup
- 3 Dashes Angostura Bitters
- 1 Egg White/20ml Aquafaba
Garnish
Lemon Wheel Wrapped Maraschino Cherry
Glass
Whisky Tumbler
Method
Add all ingredients to your shaker without ice. Dry shake for 10-15 seconds (without ice to aerate the drink) then add ice and shake again. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice and garnish with the maraschino cherry wrapped in a lemon wheel.
Top Tip
You can experiment with the ratio of syrup to lemon juice to find your sweet and sour balance. Too sweet, increase the citrus, too sour, increase the syrup.
Making the
Bannister's New York Whisky Sour
The oaky, vanilla of Hankey Bannister 12-Year-Old interacts wonderfully with the dry citrus burst of the sour. The medium body of the whisky is bolstered by the unexpected addition of a port float which finishes the drink off with a touch of visual elegance and rich berries.
Ingredients
- 50ml Hankey Banister 12-Year-Old
- 25ml Lemon Juice
- 20ml 1:1 Sugar Syrup
- 1 Egg White / 20ml Aquafaba
- Top with 25ml Port
Garnish
Clean Cut Lemon Twist & Maraschino Cherry
Glass
Whisky Tumbler
Method
Add all ingredients except the Port to a shaker and pack without ice. Dry shake for 10-15 seconds (without ice to aerate the drink) then add ice and shake again. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Pour Port float slowly over the back of a bar spoon and garnish with a clean-cut Lemon twist and Maraschino Cherry.
Top Tip
You can experiment with the ratio of syrup to lemon juice to find your sweet and sour balance. Too sweet, increase the citrus, too sour, increase the syrup.
Making the
Hankey's Cherry Whisky Sour
The decadent vanilla flavours of Hankey Bannister 12 Year Old are supported by the bold rich cherry liqueur for an esteemed drink fit for high society.
Ingredients
- 50ml Hankey Banister 12-Year-Old
- 25ml Lemon Juice
- 10ml 1:1 Sugar Syrup
- 25ml Cherry Liqueur
- 1 Egg White / 20ml Aquafaba
Garnish
Mint Flourish & Maraschino Cherry
Glass
Whisky Tumbler
Method
Add all ingredients to your shaker without ice. Dry shake for 10-15 seconds (without ice to aerate the drink) then add ice and shake again. Strain over fresh ice before adding the mint and Maraschino cherry garnish.
Top Tip
You can experiment with the ratio of syrup to lemon juice to find your sweet and sour balance. Too sweet, increase the citrus, too sour, increase the syrup.
How to Make Our Whisky Sour
History of the Whisky Sour Cocktail
A classic cocktail that has stood the test of time, and for good reason. This beautiful drink has a history that is as rich as the liquid inside the glass. The story begins back in the 1820s in a little port town called Sour Mash, Kentucky. The locals there were known to mix their whisky with a little bit of lemon and sugar to balance out the harshness of the local alcohol. From there, it quickly spread to the rest of America and eventually the world.
What Does the Whisky Sour Cocktail Taste Like?
Hankey Bannister 12-year-old is in a league of its own. The 12 years of ageing in oak casks lends a rich complexity of flavours including soft vanilla and oak which perfectly balance the tartness of the lemon and sweetness of the sugar in the whisky sour. It is a match made in heaven and a truly memorable and delicious experience. A symphony for the senses, the perfect balance of bold and subtle. This refreshingly sharp cocktail goes hand in hand with summer BBQs and outdoor entertaining.
Add your own flourish
There are lots of ways to add your own flourish to a Whisky Sour, so let your imagination run wild and try adding your favourite flavours by changing:
- Citrus – swap lemon juice for orange, lime or grapefruit
- Sweetener – there are so many flavoured syrups and liqueurs to choose from, as well as store cupboard sweeteners such as honey, maple syrup, marmalade, or jam
- Bitters – There are lots of bitter options with wild and wonderful flavours, from salted caramel to grapefruit. Although there is just a touch in the drink, changing this can change the flavour of the drink considerably.