This whiskey sour mocktail has all the refreshing flavors of the traditional cocktail but without any alcohol! The combination of tart lemon and sweet syrup creates a balanced and delicious flavor profile that can be enjoyed at any time of day. Thanks to non-alcoholic whiskey, this mocktail is about as close as you can get to the real thing!
Best Non-Alcoholic Whiskey Sour
This whiskey sour mocktail is perfect for those who are looking for a non-alcoholic alternative to traditional cocktails. Best of all, it's easy to make and requires just 3 simple ingredients!
With a blend of lemon juice, sugar, and non-alcoholic whiskey, this drink is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and robust flavors. Just add everything to a shaker with ice, give it a good shake, and enjoy!
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🍹 Whiskey Sour Mocktail Ingredients
You only need 3 ingredients to make this easy mocktail! If you can't find non-alcoholic whiskey at your local liquor store, you can order a bottle online.
- Non-Alcoholic Whiskey - 2 ounces of non-alcoholic whiskey (*see note for preferred brands).
- Lemon Juice - 1 ounce of lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best).
- Simple Syrup - ¾ ounce of simple syrup or honey.
- Orange Peel - 1 orange peel strip or twist for garnish.
*Be sure to see the free printable recipe card below for ingredients, exact amounts & instructions with tips!*
🍸 How To Make A Whiskey Sour Mocktail
You're just a shake away from enjoying a cool and refreshing whiskey sour mocktail! Grab some measuring utensils or a home bar kit, a shaker, and a rocks glass to get started.
- Combine ingredients. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add 2 ounces of non-alcoholic whiskey, 1 ounce of lemon juice, and ¾ ounces of simple syrup.
- Shake. Replace the lid and shake for 15-30 seconds.
- Strain. Fill a rocks glass with ice and strain your whiskey sour over the ice.
- Garnish and serve. Garnish with 1 strip of orange peel, and enjoy.
An orange wedge with a skewered cherry is another fun and colorful garnish that works well with this mocktail. It's the perfect drink for lounging by the pool or just a lazy day at home! Enjoy!
🥂 Cocktail Tips & Variations
- Kentucky 74 spiritless whiskey, Ritual zero proof, Gnista barreled oak, and For Bitter or Worse Smoky no. 56 are a few of my favorite non-alcoholic whiskey alternatives.
- If you have store-bought sweet & sour mix on hand, that can be used in place of the simple syrup and lemon juice.
- Swap the simple syrup or honey for maple syrup to give your cocktail a lovely maple flavor!
🍲 Foods To Serve With
Smokey flavors pair exceptionally well with the flavor of whiskey and are a nice contrast to the sweet and tart flavors of the drink. If you have a smoker, now's the perfect time to bust it out!
- Smoked Surf n Turf
- Smoked Lobster Tails
- Smoked Corn on the Cob
- Smoked Salmon Fettucini Alfredo
- Smoked Mac and Cheese
- Smoked Baked Potatoes
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❓ Recipe FAQs
Sure! If you enjoy the frothy texture an egg white adds to cocktails, you can use one here, too! Add all of the ingredients, plus the egg white, to a dry (no ice) shaker. Shake for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg, then add ice and shake for another 15 seconds. Strain over ice and enjoy!
Many liquor stores will carry at least 1-2 non-alcoholic whiskey alternatives. If you don't live near a liquor store, you can purchase it from online distributors, including Amazon.
Granulated sugar won't dissolve very well in cold liquid. Instead, make some simple syrup at home with sugar and water. Just add equal parts water and sugar to a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, let cool, and you have your own simple syrup!
More Tasty Non-Alcoholic Drinks
- Root Beer Float - This classic Root Beer Float is a childhood favorite that's never gone out of style!
- Mimosa Mocktail - A bubbly and fruity mocktail that is just as perfect for toasting!
- Apple Cider - A warm and comforting drink that's perfect for crisp autumn days!
- Strawberry Pineapple Lemonade - A fruity, tart, and sweet lemonade made with your juicer!
- Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte - A cool and creamy latte filled with the flavor of pumpkin and fall spices.
- Pina Colada Mocktail - A refreshing tropical blend of coconut and pineapple that will transport you to an island oasis!
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📖 Recipe Card
Whiskey Sour Mocktail
Ingredients
- 2 oz non-alcoholic whiskey (*see note)
- 1 oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)
- ¾ oz simple syrup (or honey)
- 1 strip orange peel (for garnish)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add 2 oz non-alcoholic whiskey, 1 oz lemon juice, and ¾ oz simple syrup.
- Replace the lid and shake for 15-30 seconds.
- Fill a rocks glass with ice and strain your whiskey sour over the ice.
- Garnish with 1 strip orange peel, and enjoy.
Notes
- Kentucky 74 spiritless whiskey, Ritual zero proof, Gnista barreled oak, and For Bitter or Worse Smoky no. 56 are a few of my favorite non-alcoholic whiskey alternatives.
- If you have store-bought sweet & sour mix on hand, that can be used in place of the simple syrup and lemon juice.
- Swap the simple syrup or honey for maple syrup to give your cocktail a lovely maple flavor!
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