New York Sour Recipe

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PREP TIME 5 min

Cocktail Type

Whiskey

Great for

Dinner Party

Difficulty

Medium

Cherry Point Sour with a lemon twist cherry garnish

The New York Sour is a classic cocktail that has been enjoyed by bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts for over a century. This sophisticated twist on the classic whiskey sour features a bold combination of whiskey, red wine, lemon juice, and sugar, creating a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavours. A timeless drink worthy of your best dinner party.

QUICK TIPS

01

While this recipe calls for rye whiskey, a premium bourbon or blended whiskey will work too.

02

Using real lemons is essential if you want to create that perfect balance of sweet and sour. Bottled juice has an artificial taste and will ruin the flavour.

03

The sweetness level of your New York Sour is up to you. Start with a small amount of simple syrup, taste and adjust if needed.

INGREDIENTS

MAKE FOR

1 Person

22.5 Ml

0.75 Oz

0.75 Parts

Freshly squeezed lemon juice
15 Ml

0.5 Oz

0.5 Parts

Simple syrup
30 Ml

1 Oz

1 Parts

Dry red wine

INSTRUCTIONS

01

Add the whiskey, lemon juice and simple syrup to an ice-filled cocktail shaker

02

Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds

03

Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice

04

Slow pour the red wine over the back of a bar spoon on top of the cocktail to create a layered effect

05

Garnish with a lemon twist, and serve