Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPlan b Burger Bar - HartfordNew York Sour Recipe

New York Sour Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make New York Sour Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Mixing the Cocktail

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Chill a rocks glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the rye whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup.

  3. 3

    Shake

    Add ice cubes to the shaker, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain

    Remove the ice water from the chilled rocks glass. Strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass over fresh ice.

  5. 5

    Top with Wine

    Slowly pour the red wine over the back of a spoon so that it floats on top of the whiskey mixture.

  6. 6

    Garnish

    Garnish with a lemon slice or a cherry on top for presentation.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your New York Sour!

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