Whiskey Sour Popsicle
A Whiskey Sour Popsicle is a frozen, adult treat that transforms the classic cocktail into a refreshing ice pop. It typically combines whiskey, lemon juice, and a sweetener like simple syrup, often with egg white or aquafaba for a frothy texture. This creative dessert originates from the modern craft cocktail and home mixology scene, particularly popular in North America.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-carbohydrate, low-protein, and virtually fat-free frozen dessert, with the majority of its calories coming from the sugar in the syrup and the alcohol in the whiskey. A single popsicle generally contains between 100 to 150 calories, providing minimal vitamins or minerals beyond a small amount of vitamin C from the lemon juice.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 17 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 50 IU |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Alcohol | ~3 g (from whiskey) |
Per 1 popsicle (approx. 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the playful intersection of mixology and DIY food trends, allowing people to enjoy a sophisticated cocktail in a nostalgic, handheld format. Nutritionally, the alcohol lowers the freezing point, which is why it remains slightly softer than a non-alcoholic popsicle and must be kept firmly frozen.
