Whiskey Sour
The Whiskey Sour walks the line between serious whiskey drinking and something you can happily order for another round. You've got the warmth of whiskey, the sharp bite of fresh lemon, and just enough sweetness to bring everything together. Add that silky foam when it's made with egg white, and suddenly a simple cocktail feels like a little luxury. It's approachable without being boring, which gives it a real advantage over some of its stronger-tasting rivals. The Old Fashioned lets whiskey do more of the talking, while the Manhattan takes things in a richer, more spirit-forward direction. The Margarita challenges it from the tequila side with its own sweet-and-sour appeal. If balance is what makes a great cocktail, could the Whiskey Sour actually beat them all?
Whiskey Sour's Rankings
Cocktails
Rank: #7 (see rankings)
Win Rate: 48.5%
Streak: ❄️ 2-match losing streak
Best matchups (highest win rate)
- Whiskey Sour vs Aperol Spritz - Wins 80.0% of battles
- Whiskey Sour vs Negroni - Wins 66.7% of battles
- Whiskey Sour vs Espresso Martini - Wins 56.2% of battles
Worst matchups (lowest win rate)
- Whiskey Sour vs Margarita - Loses 82.4% of battles
- Whiskey Sour vs Martini - Loses 80.0% of battles
- Whiskey Sour vs Piña Colada - Loses 63.6% of battles