Because we have 2 lemon trees in our backyard and my neighbor's key lime tree reaches over our wall, I am always making citrus based cocktails. But one simple libation that I have never attempted is a "sour." Based on many recipes I have looked over, a sour is a "sour," only if it has a base liquor, lemon or lime, a sweetener and egg white. A sour is not a sour without an egg white. I have seen a few sour recipes omit the egg white altogether, but to me the layer of frothiness that the egg white creates is key. It adds virtually no flavor, but adds a silky mouth feel that you simply cannot duplicate with anything else. Additionally, the frothy layer that the egg white creates, allows you to add a dash of bitters and come up a simple or funky design to embellish your drink.
Bourbon Sour
1.5 oz. Maker's Mark
2 oz. Lemon Juice
2 oz. Simple Syrup
1 tbps. Egg White
In a shaker, with no ice, add all of the ingredients and shake vigorously. You want to create an emulsion. Once everything is well incorporated, add ice and shake for 8-10 seconds. Strain the drink into a chilled coupe and allow the layers to settle (about 1 minute). Cheers!
Bourbon Sour.
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