Cooking and Meal Prep Recipes Low-Sugar, Low-Calorie Whiskey Sour Cocktail By Laura Dolson Laura Dolson Laura Dolson is a health and food writer who develops low-carb and gluten-free recipes for home cooks. Learn about our editorial process Updated on January 24, 2022 Medically reviewed Verywell Fit articles are reviewed by board-certified physicians and nutrition and exercise healthcare professionals. Medical Reviewers confirm the content is thorough and accurate, reflecting the latest evidence-based research. Content is reviewed before publication and upon substantial updates. Learn more. by Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, LDN Medically reviewed by Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, LDN LinkedIn Twitter Kristy is a licensed registered dietitian nutritionist and trained culinary professional. She has worked in a variety of settings, including MSKCC and Rouge Tomate. Learn about our Medical Review Board Print Michael Marquand / Getty Images (156 ratings) Total Time: 5 min Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 0 min Servings: 1 Nutrition Highlights (per serving) 112 calories 0g fat 2g carbs 0g protein Show Nutrition Label Hide Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings: 1 Amount per serving Calories 112 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 1mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 2g 1% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Total Sugars 1g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 0g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 2mg 0% Iron 0mg 0% Potassium 32mg 1% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. Whiskey sours date back to the 1860s and were a common drink among sailors who drank spirits when water was in short supply. Lemons or limes were added to the drink to prevent scurvy, which was common among sailors, and water and sugar were added for taste. Today, you can buy a premade whiskey sour mix. The only problem with these powdered or bottled sour mixes is that they come with a whole lot of sugar. Fortunately, you can swap out the premade drinks and replace them with a simple, delicious low-sugar and low-carb whiskey sour made all on your own. Ingredients 1.5 ounces whiskey 1.5 ounces lemon juice 1.5 ounces water 1 packet stevia 1 slice lemon, for garnish Preparation Put the ingredients in a cocktail shaker half-full of ice. Shake well. Strain into a glass (rocks glass, sour glass, martini glass, or whichever glass you prefer). Garnish with a lemon wedge. Variations and Substitutions Whiskey sours are traditionally made with bourbon, but any kind of blended whiskey will work. If you love the taste of this cocktail but prefer not to consume alcohol, consider using a zero-proof whisky alternative. Cooking and Serving Tips If you don't have a lemon on hand, use a lime wedge, an orange slice, or a decorative spiral orange peel.Many people who enjoy this cocktail also add a pop of color by topping the drink with a maraschino cherry. But keep in mind that a maraschino cherry adds 1.9 grams of sugar to the drink and about 8 calories. Rate this Recipe You've already rated this recipe. Thanks for your rating! 1 Source Verywell Fit uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy. Harrison M. Scurvy on sea and land: Political economy and natural history, c . 1780– c . 1850. Journal for Maritime Research. 2013;15(1):7-25. doi:10.1080/21533369.2013.783167 By Laura Dolson Laura Dolson is a health and food writer who develops low-carb and gluten-free recipes for home cooks. See Our Editorial Process Meet Our Review Board Share Feedback Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! What is your feedback? Other Helpful Report an Error Submit