NYC Sour recipe served on a plate, by Theo's - Fayetteville
Jul 14 2026

Nyc Sour Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

A classic cocktail with a modern twist.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Garnish Ingredients

Method

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shaker

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

  2. 2

    Dry Shake

    Shake the mixture vigorously without ice for about 15 seconds. This helps emulsify the egg white, creating a frothy texture.

  3. 3

    Shake with Ice

    Add ice to the shaker and shake again for an additional 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain the Cocktail

    Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or rocks glass. Use a fine mesh strainer if desired to ensure a smooth texture.

  5. 5

    Add Bitters

    Add two dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the drink for added complexity.

Garnishing the Cocktail

  1. 6

    Garnish

    Garnish the cocktail with a lemon wheel and a maraschino cherry for a classic look.

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