New York Sour Cocktail
The New York sour, also known as the continental sour cocktail, gained popularity as a variation of a classic whisky sour. What sets the concoction apart is its striking two-tone appearance and layered flavour structure, achieved without increasing complexity in preparation. Its distinctive aesthetic and balanced profile make it an ideal choice for curated cocktail menus at events and gatherings. Additionally, the cocktail uses familiar components that make the drink flexible to replicate at home without much effort and professional prep or tools.
Ingredients
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- 30mL whisky
- 20mL fresh lemon juice
- 15mL sugar syrup
- 10mL red wine, to float
- 1nos lemon slice, for garnish
Method
- Step 1
Add whisky, fresh lemon juice and sugar syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Step 2
Shake the mixture well until it is properly chilled and combined before straining the liquid into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 3
Slowly pour red wine over the back of a spoon to float it gently on top.
- Step 4
Garnish with a lemon slice placed on the edge of the glass.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Use a wine pipette or dropper to float the red wine since it offers greater control, precision and clean layering.
Preparation Tip 2
If the wine layer starts to mix into the base, let the drink sit undisturbed for a minute to allow separation to occur.
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