Whisky Sour

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪski saʊr/

Definitions of whisky sour

noun a type of cocktail made with whisky, lemon juice, sugar, and sometimes egg white

Example Sentences

A1 I ordered a whisky sour at the bar.

A2 She enjoyed sipping on a whisky sour while watching the sunset.

B1 The bartender recommended trying a whisky sour for a refreshing drink.

B2 The whisky sour was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness and tartness.

C1 For connoisseurs of cocktails, a well-made whisky sour is a true delight.

C2 The mixologist crafted a whisky sour using top-shelf whisky and house-made sour mix.

adjective describing the type of cocktail being made with whisky and having a sour taste

Example Sentences

A1 I ordered a whisky sour cocktail at the bar.

A2 She enjoyed the whisky sour drink with a hint of lemon.

B1 The bartender recommended the whisky sour as a refreshing choice.

B2 The whisky sour was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness.

C1 The whisky sour, made with top-shelf bourbon, was a delightful treat.

C2 His expertise in crafting a whisky sour that was both complex and smooth was truly impressive.

Examples of whisky sour in a Sentence

formal The bartender expertly prepared a classic whisky sour using bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup.

informal I always order a whisky sour when I go out for drinks with friends because it's my favorite cocktail.

slang Let's kick back and enjoy some whisky sours tonight, it's gonna be a good time.

figurative Her sharp wit was like a whisky sour - a perfect balance of sweetness and bite.

Grammatical Forms of whisky sour

past tense

whisky soured

plural

whisky sours

comparative

more whisky sour

superlative

most whisky sour

present tense

whisky sours

future tense

will whisky sour

perfect tense

have whisky soured

continuous tense

is whisky souring

singular

whisky sour

positive degree

whisky sour

infinitive

to whisky sour

gerund

whisky souring

participle

whisky soured

Origin and Evolution of whisky sour

First Known Use: 1850 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The whisky sour is believed to have originated in the mid-19th century in the United States.
Evolution of the word: The term 'whisky sour' has remained consistent in its meaning as a cocktail made with whisky, lemon juice, sugar, and sometimes egg white. However, variations in the recipe and presentation have evolved over time to cater to different tastes and trends.