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Stone Sour

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description Stone Sour Overview

The Stone Sour is a cocktail in the sour family and a variation of the Whiskey Sour. A typical recipe combines whiskey with lemon juice, orange juice, and sugar or simple syrup, although proportions and the use of sour mix vary. Orange juice distinguishes it from the basic Whiskey Sour and adds a second citrus component, while the drink remains a mixed whiskey cocktail served over ice or shaken and strained.

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What is in a Stone Sour cocktail?

A typical Stone Sour combines whiskey, lemon juice, orange juice, and sugar or simple syrup. Some versions use sour mix instead of separately measured citrus and sweetener.

How is a Stone Sour different from a Whiskey Sour?

The key difference is orange juice. A basic Whiskey Sour usually centers on whiskey, lemon juice, and sweetener, while a Stone Sour adds orange juice for a softer citrus profile.

Which whiskey works in a Stone Sour?

The drink can be made with common whiskey styles such as bourbon or blended whiskey. The orange and lemon juices make the cocktail fairly forgiving about the exact bottle used.

Is a Stone Sour sweet or tart?

It is both sweet and tart because it combines lemon juice with orange juice and sugar or syrup. The final balance depends on the whiskey, citrus proportions, and whether sour mix is used.

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