Guide
Tart Whiskey Cocktails for Happy Hour — Ranked by Data
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98Recipes reviewed
20Matching this guide
12.8gMedian sugar
252 kcalMedian calories
23.3%Median ABV
Ranked recipes
| # | Drink | Why it ranks | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adderly Cocktail | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 224 kcal | Any occasion |
| 2 | Affinity Cocktail | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 224 kcal | Any occasion |
| 3 | Allegheny | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 134 kcal | Any occasion |
| 4 | Aquarius | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 345 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 5 | Basin Street | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 219 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 6 | Bloody Scotsman | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 380 kcal | Any occasion |
| 7 | Bobby Burns Cocktail | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 331 kcal | Any occasion |
| 8 | Boston Sour | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 186 kcal | Any occasion |
| 9 | Bourbon Cobbler | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 325 kcal | Any occasion |
| 10 | Bourbon Cooler | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 361 kcal | Any occasion |
| 11 | Bourbon Highball | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 184 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 12 | Bull And Bear | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 279 kcal | Any occasion |
| 13 | Cablegram | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 369 kcal | Any occasion |
| 14 | Cablegram Highball | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 225 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 15 | Cameron's Kick Cocktail | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 128 kcal | Any occasion |
| 16 | Canadian Breeze | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 263 kcal | Any occasion |
| 17 | Canadian Pineapple | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 347 kcal | Any occasion |
| 18 | Canal Street Daisy | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 116 kcal | Any occasion |
| 19 | Chapel Hill | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 338 kcal | Any occasion |
| 20 | Chaplin | Matches whiskey + tart + happy-hour profile · 240 kcal | Any occasion |
Best picks by use case
Methodology
Is this guide right for you?
Good fit if:
- You want a data-backed shortlist of cocktail recipes
- You want nutrition context alongside recipe rankings
- You want to compare drinks across multiple metrics at once
Poor fit if:
- You need medical or dietary advice
- You need exact bar-specific nutrition values
- You assume one low metric means all metrics are low
Frequently asked questions
- What cocktails are on this page?
- This page lists 20 cocktails matched on multiple criteria — whiskey as the base, tart flavor profile — from WhatDrink data. All pass quality and completeness filters.
- Why combine multiple criteria?
- Single-signal pages (e.g. "gin cocktails" or "citrus cocktails") have broad results. Combining criteria — spirit + flavor + occasion — surfaces drinks that genuinely fit a specific mood or context, reducing decision fatigue.
- What do these cocktails taste like?
- Flavor profiles vary but share the matched criteria. Check individual drink pages for full flavor tags, tasting notes, and sensory profiles.
- How many drinks are on this page?
- There are 20 cocktails on this page. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
- When should I drink these cocktails?
- Occasion suitability depends on the specific drink. Check individual recipe pages for occasion tags.
- What foods pair with these cocktails?
- Food pairing suggestions are available on individual drink pages.
- Can I make these at home?
- Most cocktails here use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.