Cocktail
Whiskey Fix
How to make a Whiskey Fix - the spicy-refreshing Sour classic of whiskey, lemon and sugar syrup over crushed ice with a lemon garnish.
4 minPrep time
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1Serving(s)
The Whiskey Fix is the bold, spicy answer to the Gin Fix. Whiskey, lemon and sugar syrup combine over crushed ice into a balanced drink between acidity and sweetness. Simply stirred and served with a straw, it is a refreshing classic for any season.
Instructions
- Add whiskey, lemon juice, sugar syrup and water to a glass.
- Fill up with crushed ice.
- Stir vigorously with the bar spoon.
- Top up with a little more crushed ice.
- Garnish with lemon slice and cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Lemon slice and cocktail cherry
Pro tip: A mild bourbon with caramel and vanilla notes balances the acidity of the lemon especially harmoniously.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is a Whiskey Fix?
A Fix is a sour variation that is served over crushed ice and stirred directly in the glass - fresh and uncomplicated.
Bourbon or rye?
Both work - bourbon makes the Fix sweeter and rounder, rye gives it a spicier, drier note.
How does the Fix differ from the Whiskey Sour?
The Sour is shaken and strained, the Fix is stirred over crushed ice and drunk with a straw.
Ingredients
- Whiskey (Bourbon)6 cl
- Lemon juice3 cl
- Sugar syrup2 cl
- Water1 bar spoon
- Crushed iceas needed
