Sour Cocktail Recipes
Absolute Favourites
Margarita
A classic and refreshing cocktail that perfectly balances the tangy taste of lime, the sweetness of orange liqueur, and the distinct character of tequila.
Cosmopolitan
A vibrant, tart, and stylish vodka cocktail with a perfect balance of citrus and cranberry.
Spicy Margarita
A fiery and refreshing twist on the classic Margarita, infused with the heat of fresh chili peppers.
Mai Tai (1944)
A world-famous Tiki cocktail that offers a perfect balance of aged rum, tart lime, orange liqueur, and nutty orgeat syrup.
All-Time Classics
Daiquiri
A refreshingly simple and elegant classic Cuban cocktail made with rum, lime juice, and sugar.
The Last Word
A sharp, complex, and perfectly balanced classic cocktail featuring equal parts gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice.
Lemon Drop Martini
A sweet and sour vodka-based cocktail that tastes like the hard candy it is named after.
Mezcal Margarita
A smoky, earthy, and complex twist on the classic Margarita, made by substituting tequila with its agave relative, mezcal.
Timeless Icons
Lemon Drop Shot
A vibrant and zesty vodka shot that perfectly balances sweet and sour, served with a signature sugared rim and a lemon wedge.
Frozen Margarita
A slushy, ice-blended version of the classic tequila, lime, and orange liqueur cocktail, perfect for warm weather.
Paloma
A refreshing and simple tequila-based highball cocktail made with grapefruit soda and lime.
Tommy's Margarita
A refreshing and tequila-forward twist on the classic Margarita, sweetened with agave nectar instead of orange liqueur.
Legendary Picks
Amaretto Sour
A perfectly balanced cocktail marrying the sweet, nutty flavor of amaretto with tart lemon juice, elevated by bourbon and a silky egg white foam.
Pineapple Margarita
A sweet and tangy tropical twist on the classic Margarita, featuring the vibrant flavor of pineapple.
Whiskey Sour
A classic cocktail that perfectly balances the sweet and sour with the rich complexity of whiskey.
Gin Basil Smash
A refreshingly herbaceous and vibrant gin sour that showcases the aromatic power of fresh basil.
Most Loved
Mai Tai
A classic Tiki cocktail featuring a complex blend of aged rum, citrus, and almond flavors.
Caipirinha
The Caipirinha is a refreshing and potent Brazilian cocktail made with cachaça, sugar, and lime.
Sidecar
A classic and elegant sour cocktail that perfectly balances rich Cognac, tart lemon juice, and sweet orange liqueur.
Tom Collins
A tall, sparkling, and wonderfully refreshing gin and lemon cocktail perfect for warm weather.
Crowd Pleasers
Penicillin
A smoky and spicy modern classic that balances sweet honey, tart lemon, and the warming kick of ginger with two kinds of Scotch whisky.
Gin Fizz
A refreshing and effervescent classic cocktail that balances the botanical notes of gin with tart lemon and a touch of sweetness, often crowned with a silky foam head.
Michelada
A refreshing and savory Mexican beer cocktail made with lime juice, assorted sauces, spices, and tomato juice, served in a salt-rimmed glass.
Verbena
A unique tequila sour known for its interactive garnish, a Szechuan button flower, which creates an electrifying tingling and numbing sensation in the mouth.
Universal Hits
New Orleans Fizz
A legendary, cloud-like, and citrusy gin cocktail from New Orleans, famous for its frothy meringue-like head that requires extensive shaking.
Kentucky Sour
A classic and refreshing sour cocktail that perfectly highlights the rich, smooth character of Kentucky bourbon.
Gold Rush
A modern classic cocktail that perfectly balances the warmth of bourbon with the sweet floral notes of honey and the bright tang of fresh lemon juice.
Boston Sour
A classic whiskey sour made exceptionally smooth and creamy with the addition of egg white for a rich, velvety texture.