Bittermilk No. 3 Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour

Smoky, tart and rich enough, Bittermilk No. 3 takes the classic Whiskey Sour and gives it considerably more character. Honey is smoked over bourbon barrel staves, then combined with bright lemon and fresh orange peel for a mixer that balances citrus, sweetness and a subtle curl of smoke. The honey also creates a naturally frothy head when shaken, giving you the texture of a beautifully made sour without hauling out the egg whites. Pair it with a non-alcoholic whiskey for an easy zero-proof sour, or take Bittermilk's suggestion and try it with a tequila alternative for a smoky margarita.

Why We Love It

The smoked honey is what makes this one. It brings depth without making the drink aggressively smoky, while lemon keeps everything fresh and bright. We also love that the honey does double duty: it provides sweetness and creates that soft, frothy texture when the drink is shaken hard. For a zero-proof Whiskey Sour, where texture matters enormously, that's a particularly clever little trick.

How to Drink Bittermilk No. 3 Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour

Bittermilk makes this exceptionally easy: shake equal parts No. 3 and your favorite non-alcoholic whiskey vigorously with plenty of ice, then strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice and finish with a lemon twist. For something brighter, swap the whiskey for a non-alcoholic blanco tequila and you have the beginnings of a beautifully smoky honey margarita.

Cheeky & Dry Signature Serve: Shake 1½ oz non-alcoholic whiskey, 1 oz Bittermilk No. 3, ¼ oz fresh lemon juice and 2 dashes aromatic bitters vigorously with plenty of ice. Strain over one large cube in a rocks glass and express an orange peel over the top. The extra lemon sharpens the smoked honey, bitters bring a little more structure, and a good hard shake gives it that lovely frothy sour finish.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Smoked honey, fresh lemon and aromatic orange peel
• Palate: Tart citrus and rich honey with gentle barrel smoke and bittersweet orange
• Finish: Lingering honey, citrus peel and subtle smoky warmth
• Body: Rich and silky with a naturally frothy texture when vigorously shaken

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bittermilk No. 3 Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour taste like?
It's tart, lightly sweet and gently smoky, with bright lemon, fresh orange peel and rich honey. The smoke adds depth rather than dominating the drink.

How does Bittermilk smoke the honey?
The honey is smoked over bourbon barrel staves, giving it subtle wood smoke and barrel character before it's blended with the other ingredients.

How do you make a non-alcoholic Whiskey Sour with Bittermilk No. 3?
Shake equal parts Bittermilk No. 3 and your favorite non-alcoholic whiskey vigorously with plenty of ice. Strain over fresh ice and garnish with a lemon twist.

Do I need egg white to make the drink frothy?
No. One of the clever things about No. 3 is that the honey develops a frothy head when vigorously shaken, giving the finished drink some of the texture associated with a traditional Whiskey Sour.

What else can I make with Bittermilk No. 3?
Try it with a non-alcoholic tequila for a smoky honey margarita, or add a smaller amount to sparkling water for a lighter lemon, honey and smoke-forward drink.

Product Details

• Brand: Bittermilk
• Product: No. 3 Smoked Honey Whiskey Sour
• Type: Concentrated Cocktail Mixer
• Size: 16.9 fl oz / 502 mL
• Made in: South Carolina, USA
• Ingredients: Organic Lemon Juice (Water, Organic Lemon Juice Concentrate), Water, Bourbon Barrel Smoked Honey, Florida Golden Cane Sugar, Fresh Orange Peel
• Award: 2016 sofi Award Winner – Outstanding Cold Beverage