Key Ingredients
Whisky Sour | Maple Highball | Whisky Apple Cooler | Ginger Smash

New to whisky? Start with cocktails that highlight its warmth without overwhelming your palate. These beginner-friendly drinks use mixers, sweeteners, and citrus to soften the bite while preserving that classic whisky character.

Classic Whisky Sour

Tangy, silky, and beginner-approved.

Ingredients:

• 50 ml bourbon or blended whisky
• 20 ml lemon juice
• 15 ml sugar syrup
• Egg white (optional)

Method:
Dry shake if using egg white, then shake again with ice. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a cherry or orange slice. A timeless starter.

Maple Whisky Highball

Smooth and slightly sweet.

Ingredients:

• 45 ml whisky
• 10 ml maple syrup
• Soda water
• Orange peel

Method:
Build whisky and syrup in a tall glass over ice. Stir gently, top with soda, and garnish with orange peel. It’s crisp and crowd-pleasing.