06/12/2022
Whiskey sour
• Cocktail character: Warm. Refreshing. Classic.
• History: The first written recipe for a Whiskey Sour appeared in 1862 when it was included in Jerry Thomas’ The Bartender’s Guide. However, it’s very likely that sours had existed for many decades prior, as they were popular drinks on board naval ships. With long months spent at sea, sailors ran a major risk of malnutrition, and the threat of developing scurvy as result seemed imminent.
It had been discovered, forgotten, and rediscovered several times that eating citrus was an effective way to combat scurvy, so ships often left port with rations of lemons, limes, or oranges for sailors to eat. Given that refrigeration was also not available, sailors would take strong alcohol like rum, whiskey, or gin on ships to have something safe to drink during long journeys. Over time, the citrus (usually lemon) was mixed with whiskey and water to create a drink that would not only quench thirst but also effectively prevent the onset of scurvy
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