{"id":936,"date":"2026-08-19T15:15:04","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T15:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.servedneat.com\/blog\/?p=936"},"modified":"2026-08-19T15:15:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T15:15:04","slug":"peach-basil-whiskey-sour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.servedneat.com\/blog\/2026\/08\/19\/peach-basil-whiskey-sour\/","title":{"rendered":"Shake Up Summer With A Peach Basil Whiskey Sour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What better way to celebrate National Whiskey Sour Day on August 25 than with a seasonal spin on a timeless classic? <strong>We\u2019re twisting up this traditional cocktail with fresh ingredients like juicy peach and fragrant basil.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following recipe for a Peach Basil Whiskey Sour is packed with just the right balance of sweet and tart flavor.<strong> <\/strong>Bright and refreshing, it\u2019s the perfect cocktail for squeezing every last drop out of summer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Peach Basil Whiskey Sour Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 oz. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.servedneat.com\/collection\/bourbon-whiskey-online\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=whiskeysour\">bourbon<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00be oz. fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd oz. peach syrup or peach nectar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2\u20133 fresh basil leaves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 dashes aromatic bitters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh peach slice and basil sprig, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions:<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>Add the bourbon, lemon juice, peach syrup or nectar, basil leaves, and bitters to a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice and shake vigorously until chilled. Double strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice,<strong> then garnish with a fresh peach slice and basil sprig.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The secret to a standout whiskey cocktail recipe is starting with a great bottle. For this summer-ready sour, reach for one of Served Neat\u2019s top whiskey brands including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.servedneat.com\/exclusive-spirits-collection\/taylor\/0\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=whiskeysour\">E.H. Taylor<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.servedneat.com\/exclusive-spirits-collection\/weller\/0\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=whiskeysour\">W. L. Weller<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.servedneat.com\/exclusive-spirits-collection\/blanton\/0\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=whiskeysour\">Blanton\u2019s<\/a>. Each brings its own distinctive character to the cocktail, making them some of the best bourbon bottles for cocktails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, grab some fresh peaches, muddle up a little basil, and <strong>raise a glass to National Whiskey Sour Day!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What better way to celebrate National Whiskey Sour Day on August 25 than with a seasonal spin on a timeless classic? We\u2019re twisting up this traditional cocktail with fresh ingredients like juicy peach and fragrant basil. 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