This low calorie whiskey sour cocktail recipe is low in calories and sugar, thanks to my healthy ingredient swap.
It’s still as potent as a traditional whiskey sour, but this low calorie version of a whiskey sour drink will help you enjoy your favorite cocktail without ruining your diet.
Try these low calorie whiskey drinks the next time you have a craving. At just 132 calories it’s lighter and healthier, but just as strong as the original!
Low Calorie Whiskey Sour Cocktail
What You’ll Find in this Article:
Low Calorie Whiskey Sour Ingredients
This low calorie whiskey drinks only needs a few ingredients. And you can even skip the garnished to save sugar, calories and money.
The best whiskey for whiskey sour would be a middle shelf whiskey, this will give it the best flavor, and help avoid a hangover.
Shopping List for Skinny Whiskey Sour Cocktails:
- Whiskey bourbon
- Lemon juice
- Zero Calorie simple syrup (see recipe card below!)
- Orange wedge (skip for a sugar-free cocktail)
- Cocktail cherry (skip for a sugar-free cocktail)
How to Make a Low Calorie Whiskey Sour
This sour whiskey cocktail can be made in just 30 seconds! If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, simply add the ingredients to a glass, mix and then top with ice.
How to Make Skinny Whiskey Sour Cocktails:
- Combine whiskey bourbon, lemon juice, and zero calorie simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
- Fill shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds, until outside of shaker is very cold.
- Strain cocktail into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with orange wedge and cherry.
Sugar-Free Tip: You can make this a sugar-free whiskey sour cocktail by omitting the cherry and orange wedge!
Low Calorie Whiskey Sour Cocktail Recipe
This low-calorie whiskey sour recipe is just as potent and delicious as a traditional whiskey sour recipe.
I have saved calories by using a 0 calorie simple syrup. It’s all natural, and can be found at most stores, as well as online. You’ll find a link for the 0 calorie simple syrup in the recipe card below.
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Low Calorie Whiskey Sour (SUGAR-FREE)
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
Ingredients
- 2 ounces whiskey bourbon
- ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice
- ¾ ounce Zero Calorie simple syrup
- ½ orange wedge (skip for a sugar-free cocktail)
- Cocktail cherry (skip for a sugar-free cocktail)
Instructions
- Combine whiskey bourbon, lemon juice, and zero calorie simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
- Fill shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds, until outside of shaker is very cold.
- Strain cocktail into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with orange wedge and cherry.
Nutrition
Nutrition and Calories in a Whiskey Sour
Special Tip: You can make this a sugar-free whiskey sour cocktail by omitting the cherry and orange wedge!
The nutrition and calorie below are based off 1 serving (4oz) of the low calorie whiskey sour recipe above.
Important Note: As a reminder, at Lose Weight By Eating it is my goal to make you healthier, all-natural versions of your favorite recipes… not all will be “diet worthy” depending on the diet you are on. But they will be healthier versions to help curb your cravings.
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Article History:
- Originally written and published on January 15, 2021 by Audrey Johns
- Updated on March 21, 2023 by Audrey Johns
- Updated on July 10, 2023 by Audrey Johns
