Honey Bunny Bourbon Sour

If you love smooth bourbon with a hint of sweetness, this Honey Bunny Bourbon Sour is about to be your new favorite springtime cocktail! It’s rich, slightly tart, and perfectly balanced with honey and fresh lemon juice.

The fluffy egg white foam gives it that fancy cocktail bar feel, but it’s super easy to make at home.

Let’s shake up something delicious!

What You’ll Need

2 oz bourbon
¾ oz fresh lemon juice
½ oz honey syrup (honey mixed with warm water)
1 egg white (for a smooth, foamy top)
Ice cubes

For Garnish:

Thin lemon slice
Drizzle of honey

Pro Tips

Shake without ice first! This helps create a super frothy egg white foam.
Use fresh lemon juice. Bottled lemon juice won’t give the same bright flavor.
Want it sweeter? Add an extra ¼ oz of honey syrup.
Make it dairy-free! Swap egg white for aquafaba (chickpea water) for the same foamy texture.
Go extra fancy! Add a few drops of bitters on top of the foam and swirl for a pretty effect.

Tools You’ll Need

Cocktail shaker
Measuring jigger
Fine mesh strainer (optional, for a super smooth drink)
Rocks glass

Substitutions & Variations

No alcohol? Use apple cider instead of bourbon.
Stronger bourbon flavor? Use 2½ oz bourbon instead of 2 oz.
Extra citrusy? Add a splash of orange juice.

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Honey Syrup

Mix equal parts honey and warm water in a small glass until smooth.

golden honey being drizzled into a small glass of warm water, the two mixing together into a smooth syrup.

Step 2: Add Ingredients to the Shaker

In a cocktail shaker, add bourbon, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup, and egg white.

a cocktail shaker filled with deep amber bourbon, bright yellow lemon juice, glossy honey syrup, and a frothy egg white

Step 3: Dry Shake (Without Ice)

Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds to froth the egg white.

A super close-up shot of a stainless steel cocktail shaker being held firmly, condensation forming on the outside as it’s shaken

Step 4: Shake Again With Ice

Add ice cubes, seal, and shake again for 10 seconds to chill the drink.

A super close-up shot of large, clear ice cubes being added into the cocktail shaker, the liquid swirling inside before shaking.

Step 5: Strain & Pour

Strain into a chilled rocks glass, letting the foam settle on top.

a fine mesh strainer pouring a golden bourbon cocktail into a rocks glass, a thick, creamy foam forming on top

Step 6: Garnish & Serve

Drizzle a little honey on top of the foam and garnish with a thin lemon slice.

a delicate drizzle of honey swirling into the creamy egg white foam, with a thin lemon slice resting on the rim of the glass

Leftovers & Storage

Best enjoyed fresh!
If making ahead, mix everything except egg white, then shake fresh when ready.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Honey Bunny Bourbon Sour is ready to sip! It’s smooth, sweet, and the perfect mix of citrus and bourbon warmth. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🥃🍯✨