Maker’s Mark bourbon cocktail - Bourbon Sour
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Bourbon Sour

The Bourbon Sour is a refined and refreshing blend of sour and sweet. The first printed mention of the Bourbon Sour that anyone is aware of is in the 1862 book "The Bartender's Guide" by Jerry Thomas. This cocktail has had enduring appeal and reaches a new level of refreshing when the sour notes are mixed with Maker’s® sweetness.

ingredients and how to craft

What you need

How to craft

Maker’s Mark bourbon cocktail - how to craft the Bourbon Sour
STEP 1: MIX ALL INGREDIENTS

Add Maker's Mark®, lemon juice and simple syrup to an ice-filled shaker.

STEP 2: SHAKE EVERYTHING TOGETHER

Give it a good shake.

STEP 3: STRAIN CAREFULLY

Strain into a rocks glass over ice.

STEP 4: FINISH WITH GARNISHES

Garnish with a lemon peel and a cherry.

Complete your cocktail with

Maker’s Mark® Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Maker’s Mark classic bourbon bottle
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Maker’s Mark® Kentucky Straight Bourbon

This one changed the way we think of bourbon, all because one man changed the way he thought about making it. Bill Samuels, Sr., simply wanted a whisky he would enjoy drinking. Never bitter or sharp, Maker's Mark is made with soft red winter wheat, instead of the usual rye, for a one-of-a-kind, full-flavored bourbon. To ensure consistency, we rotate every barrel by hand and age our bourbon to taste, not time. Each and every bottle of Maker's is still hand-dipped in our signature red wax at our distillery in Loretto, KY., just like Bill, Sr. would have wanted. 

TIPS FOR A GREAT 

Bourbon Sour

A GOOD EGG

For a traditional Whisky Sour, add an egg white before you shake the drink. This imparts no flavor but creates a rich, incredibly satisfying texture. And, it’s perfectly safe. Use only fresh eggs.

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Maker’s Mark® Kentucky Straight Bourbon

This one changed the way we think of bourbon, all because one man changed the way he thought about making it. Bill Samuels, Sr., simply wanted a whisky he would enjoy drinking. Never bitter or sharp, Maker's Mark is made with soft red winter wheat, instead of the usual rye, for a one-of-a-kind, full-flavored bourbon. To ensure consistency, we rotate every barrel by hand and age our bourbon to taste, not time. Each and every bottle of Maker's is still hand-dipped in our signature red wax at our distillery in Loretto, KY., just like Bill, Sr. would have wanted. 

Maker’s Mark classic bourbon bottle