Whisky Sour

Unlike the sweet neon green concoction that you order at the bar, this is a refreshingly tart version that puts the former version to shame.  This is a great cocktail on it's own or enjoyed with Mashuganuts or spiced olives.

1 1/2 oz Whisky (I prefer Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky)

1 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 oz Simple Syrup (recipe below)

ice

Maraschino cherry to garnish

Whisky Sour

Combine Whisky, lemon juice and simple syrup, in a martini shaker with ice.  Shake for 30 seconds.  Strain into an Old Fashioned glass, and garnish with a Maraschino cherry.

Simple Syrup

1 cup sugar

1 1/2 cups water

In a pot bring sugar and water to a boil over high heat and stir to dissolve the sugar.  Once sugar is dissolved turn heat down to medium let simmer for 2 minutes.  Remove from heat and let cool.  Any unused syrup can be kept in the fridge and stored for future use.