Cocktail
Whiskey Daisy
How to make a Whiskey Daisy - the vintage sour of whiskey, lemon, grenadine and a splash of soda. A fruity-fresh classic with history.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Whiskey Daisy is an elegant vintage sour: whiskey, fresh lemon, fruity grenadine and a hint of orange liqueur, rounded off with a splash of soda. A classic regarded as the historical forerunner of the Margarita.
Instructions
- Add whiskey, lemon juice, grenadine and orange liqueur with ice to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Top up with a small splash of soda water.
- Garnish with orange twist and cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Orange twist and cocktail cherry
Pro tip: The Daisy is the forerunner of the Margarita - the grenadine gives it the typical pink color, so dose it deliberately for looks.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Daisy?
A Daisy is a sour that is additionally refined with a sweet syrup or liqueur and a splash of soda.
What role does the grenadine play?
The grenadine gives the drink its fruity sweetness and the characteristic pink-red color.
Bourbon or rye whiskey for the Daisy?
Rye brings more spice and contrast to the grenadine, bourbon makes the Daisy rounder and softer.
Ingredients
- Whiskey (Bourbon or Rye)5 cl
- Lemon juice, freshly squeezed2 cl
- Grenadine1.5 cl
- Orange liqueur (Curaçao)1 bar spoon
- Soda water for the splashas needed
- Ice cubesas needed
