The Absolut Vodka Sour
Ingredients
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1 ½ Parts Absolut Vodka45 ml Absolut Vodka1 ½ oz Absolut Vodka
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1 Part Lemon Juice30 ml Lemon Juice1 oz Lemon Juice
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½ Parts Simple Syrup15 ml Simple Syrup½ oz Simple Syrup
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½ Parts Egg White15 ml Egg White½ oz Egg White
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3 Dashes Bitters3 Dashes Bitters3 Dashes Bitters
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1 Whole Cherry1 Whole Cherry1 Whole Cherry
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1 Wedge Lemon1 Wedge Lemon1 Wedge Lemon
So, you’re keen to learn about the Vodka Sour? You’re in for a treat! This popular cocktail blends Absolut Vodka, lip-smacking lemon juice, and a touch of simple syrup. Oh, and don’t forget about the egg white – it adds that creamy froth on top! This baby is topped off with a few dashes of bitters, a cherry, and a lemon wedge for garnish. The Vodka Sour is a go-to for many vodka enthusiasts, poured into a rocks glass for that cool and classic feel.
Step-by-step instructions:
- Start by filling a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add Absolut Vodka, Lemon Juice, and Simple Syrup.
- Add the Egg White last, or substitute it for Aquafaba for an egg-free alternative
- Shake it like you hate it!
- Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube or a chilled cocktail glass
- Garnish your drink with a cherry, a lemon wedge and 1-3 dahses of bitters (optional). Enjoy!
Hot tip: For the ultimate froth, use the reverse dry shake technique! First, shake with ice cubes to chill. Use a strainer to remove the ice, then shake once more without ice to turn it fluffier than a cloud.
The Vodka Sour Story:
The Sour family of drinks is basically royalty in the cocktail kingdom. As a matter of fact, the original Sour can be traced back to the British Naval Force who consumed them in order to combat scurvy on the seas.
The basic formula for a Sour is 2 parts base spirit, 1 part of something sweet, 1 part sour and more recently a binding agent like egg white or aquafaba. Since it was popularised, countless bartenders around the world have innovated on that basic formula by swapping out and experimenting with different components. Basically, it’s like Jazz but for drinks! The Whiskey Sour, Amaretto Sour, Daiquiri, Cosmopolitan and Vodka Sour are all classic cocktails with their roots firmly planted in that extended Sours family.
Feeling adventurous? Try putting your own spin on the sour formula!
Who knows? Maybe you’ll come up with something that’ll go down in time as the next Vodka Sour.
Did you know?
The name for a sour usually comes from the base spirit used in it! Whiskey Sour uses Whiskey, Vodka Sour uses Vodka, Amaretto Sour has Amaretto and so on and so forth!
The Vodka Sour is a zesty cocktail that hails from America and packs a powerful, tangy flavor supported by the smooth taste of Absolut Vodka. The punchy bite of this drink is nicely balanced with lemon juice and simple syrup, while a dash of egg white folds in a creamy texture. A touch of bitters adds depth, and the garnish of cherry and lemon makes a feast for the eyes!
A cocktail is a Sour when it’s made by combining a base liquor, a sour ingredient (like citrus juice), and a sweetener. Balance is key in a Sour – it shouldn’t be too tart or too sweet.
Cocktail recipes by ingredient
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Lemon Drop Shot
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Absolut Vodka, Tomato Juice, Lemon Juice, Hot Sauce, Worcestershire Sauce, Ground Black Pepper, Garlic Salt, Lemon, Celery
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Amaretto Sour
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