Gin Sour
Ingredients
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1 ½ Parts Gin45 ml Gin1 ½ oz Gin
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1 Part Lemon Juice30 ml Lemon Juice1 oz Lemon Juice
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⅔ Parts Simple Syrup20 ml Simple Syrup⅔ oz Simple Syrup
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½ Parts Egg White15 ml Egg White½ oz Egg White
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1 Wedge Lemon1 Wedge Lemon1 Wedge Lemon
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1 Whole Cherry1 Whole Cherry1 Whole Cherry
Step-by-step instructions:
- Start filling a shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour in the gin.
- Add the sour element by squeezing in the lemon juice.
- Sweeten it up by adding the simple syrup.
- Break an egg and separate the yolk from the white. Pour the egg white into the shaker.
- Get a good grip and shake it up.
- Over a rocks glass filled with ice cubes, place your strainer and pour the mixture into the glass.
- For the final touch, drop a cherry and a lemon wedge into the glass.
The Gin Sour is a classic cocktail known for its perfect balance of tart and sweet. Its roots go back to the 19th century’s America when sour-style drinks became popular. Key ingredients include gin, tangy lemon juice, simple syrup for sweetness, and egg white, which gives it a rich, creamy texture. A piece of lemon and a cherry serve as garnish, adding a touch of fruitiness to the overall experience.
The main difference between a Gin Sour and a Gin Fizz is the addition of soda water in a Gin Fizz. While both drinks include gin, citrus juice, and sugar, a Gin Fizz is also topped off with carbonated water, giving it a bubbly texture and lighter flavor.
Yes, a traditional Gin Sour includes egg white. This ingredient contributes to the drink’s unique foamy texture and adds creaminess. However, if you’re looking for a vegan option or are just icked out by the thought of raw eggs, you can use Aquafaba instead.