BASIC RECIPE

2 oz bourbon or rye whisky

3⁄4 oz fresh lemon juice

1⁄2 to 3⁄4 oz simple syrup, to taste

1⁄2 oz egg white (optional)

Orange wheel or lemon peel for garnish

Add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white, if using, to a cocktail shaker. Cover and dry-shake for 30 seconds without ice (skip this step if you’re not using egg white). Add ice, cover and shake vigorously until outside of shaker feels cold. Strain into a chilled glass filled with ice. Garnish with orange wheel. Makes 1 drink.