Gin Sour Recipe - Absolut Drinks

Ingredients

Ice Cubes

Ice Cubes

Ice Cubes
1 ½ Parts Gin

45 ml Gin

1 ½ oz Gin
1 Part Lemon Juice

30 ml Lemon Juice

1 oz Lemon Juice
⅔ Parts Simple Syrup

20 ml Simple Syrup

⅔ oz Simple Syrup
½ Parts Egg White

15 ml Egg White

½ oz Egg White
1 Wedge Lemon

1 Wedge Lemon

1 Wedge Lemon
1 Whole Cherry

1 Whole Cherry

1 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.

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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.

What's the difference between a Gin Sour and a Gin Fizz?

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.

Is there egg in a Gin Sour?

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.