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    Tiki Bitters Whiskey Sour

    Published: Mar 15, 2021 · Modified: Dec 16, 2021 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

    If you love tropical drinks that make you feel like you are on vacation, you have to try this Tiki Bitters Whiskey Sour! A balance of whiskey, amaretto, orange liqueur, and fruit juice will bring you to the sunshine no matter where you are.

    whiskey tiki bitters cocktails with orange and cherry as garnish
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    whiskey sour made with tiki bitters in a cocktail glass with a fruit garnish
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    Ingredients for a Tiki Bitters Whiskey Sour

    • rye whiskey (or your favorite whiskey)
    • pineapple juice
    • fresh lemon juice
    • amaretto
    • orange liqueur (I used Grand Marnier)
    • tiki bitters (I used Bittermens)
    • fruit for garnish
    whiskey tiki bitters cocktail with an orange slice and a cherry

    What Whiskey to Use

    I used a rye whiskey in this cocktail because I like the bite in rye whiskey and I wanted to balance the sweetness of this drink. Rye whiskey is made with a rye mash which makes it dryer, more intense, and a little spicy. Bourbon whiskey is made with a corn mash so it tends to be sweeter. That being said, you can use any whiskey you like and this drink will be delicious.

    What are Tiki Bitters?

    Tiki bitters are a blend of spices to add an enhanced flavor to your tropical drinks. It has cinnamon, allspice, ginger, citrus peel, and cardamom to name a few ingredients. Tiki bitters will balance a typically sweet tropical drink without overwhelming it.

    bittermens tiki bitters in front of tiki glasses

    Tools Needed to Make this Whiskey Cocktail

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    whiskey tiki bitters cocktail

    Tiki Bitters Whiskey Sour

    A Tiki Bitters Whiskey Sour has a balance of whiskey, amaretto, orange liqueur, and fruit juice that will make you feel like you are on vacation!
    4.89 from 17 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 cocktail
    Calories: 295kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • cocktail shaker
    • measuring jigger
    • garnish stick or toothpick

    Ingredients

    • 2 ounces rye whiskey (or bourbon)
    • 1 ounce pineapple juice
    • ½ ounce lemon juice
    • ¼ ounce amaretto
    • ¼ ounces orange liqueur (I used Grand Marnier)
    • 1-2 droppers tiki bitters (I used Bittermens)
    • fruit for garnish (cherries, orange slice, pineapple, etc)

    Instructions

    • Prepare a lowball cocktail glass with fresh ice and prepare a garnish stick with your choice of garnish. I used a cherry and a slice of orange.
      empty cocktail glass with an orange and cherry garnish
    • Place all of the liquid ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10 seconds until nice and cold.
      whiskey tiki bitters cocktail
    • Strain into the prepared glass and enjoy immediately. Cheers!

    Notes

    • Nutrition facts do not include garnishes. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 12.1g | Calcium: 5mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Amateur mixologist says

      September 29, 2022 at 4:59 pm

      3 stars
      It was just okay. I love tiki drinks and whisky sours, but this was less enjoyable than either one.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 30, 2022 at 11:58 am

        Sorry you didn't love it. Not every drink works for everyone, but thanks for giving it a try!

        Reply
    2. Sangita says

      April 06, 2021 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      What a refreshing cocktail recipe! Love it.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 07, 2021 at 2:19 am

        Cheers!

        Reply
    3. Michelle says

      April 05, 2021 at 6:15 pm

      5 stars
      I've never tried it with the tiki bitters, but it was really good. My husband especially loved it.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 06, 2021 at 3:44 pm

        I'm so glad you guys enjoyed it!

        Reply
    4. Andrea says

      April 05, 2021 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      This is my kind of whiskey sour and these bitters sound delicious. Can't wait to get my drink on!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 05, 2021 at 4:58 pm

        You have to try the Tiki bitters, they are so unique. Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Audrey says

      April 05, 2021 at 4:30 pm

      5 stars
      Such a fun drink!!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 05, 2021 at 4:41 pm

        It's a good one! Thanks, Audrey!

        Reply
    6. Carrie says

      April 05, 2021 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      Oh yum! This sounds like my kind of cocktail. 😉

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 05, 2021 at 4:41 pm

        I hope you get a chance to try it!

        Reply
    7. Jessica Formicola says

      April 05, 2021 at 4:21 pm

      5 stars
      I love a good whiskey sour, and this one looks great with it's tropical twist! Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 05, 2021 at 4:42 pm

        That's exactly what it is!! Enjoy!

        Reply
    8. Sue says

      April 05, 2021 at 4:15 pm

      5 stars
      I love this combination of fruitiness with whiskey and amaretto. I never would have thought of it, but it really works!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 05, 2021 at 4:42 pm

        I'm so glad you liked it, Sue! Cheers!

        Reply
    9. Dannii says

      April 05, 2021 at 3:52 pm

      5 stars
      These are going to be perfect for garden parties in the summer. I can't wait to try them.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        April 05, 2021 at 4:42 pm

        Yes, they will be a hit for sure. Cheers!

        Reply

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