A whiskey sour stripped back to its essentials — just bourbon, fresh lemon, and honey syrup. Created at Milk & Honey in New York City around 2000, it became a modern classic overnight.

• Bourbon6 cl
• Fresh lemon juice2.5 cl
• Honey syrup (2:1)2.5 cl

1. 1Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker.
2. 2Add ice and shake vigorously for 12 seconds.
3. 3Double strain into a chilled rocks glass over a large ice cube.
4. 4Garnish with a lemon twist.