1948 Sour (up) Recipe
Sincerely dry sour of Amrut and Nikka Days whiskies, with Dishoom Plum Liqueur and eggless (aquafaba) foam. Historians: Amrut distillery was founded in the year between India's Independence and Bombay's Prohibition. Vegans: enjoy.
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Ingredients
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Whiskey Blend
Liqueur
Aquafaba Foam
Garnish
Method
Preparation of the Whiskey Base
- 1
Mix the Whiskies
In a mixing glass, combine 1 oz of Amrut Whisky and 1 oz of Nikka Days Whisky. Stir gently until well mixed.
Making the Cocktail
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the whiskey mixture, 0.5 oz of Dishoom Plum Liqueur, and ice. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
- 3
Strain
Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass, leaving some space for the foam.
Preparing the Aquafaba Foam
- 4
Whip Aquafaba
In a separate mixing bowl, add 3 tbs of aquafaba and use a hand mixer or frother to whip until it forms soft peaks (about 2-3 minutes).
- 5
Add Sweetness and Flavor
Gently fold in 1 tbs of simple syrup and 0.5 tbs of lemon juice into the whipped aquafaba until incorporated.
Finishing Touches
- 6
Top the Cocktail
Spoon the whipped aquafaba foam on top of the whiskey cocktail in the glass.
- 7
Garnish
Finish by garnishing with a sprinkle of lemon zest and placing a slice of plum on the rim of the glass.
