Sour Cocktail Recipes

Sours are among the most iconic families of cocktails, celebrated for their balanced harmony of sweetness, acidity, and spirit. Their simplicity hides a refined elegance, making them timeless choices for cocktail lovers across generations. The family encompasses endless variations, each with its own personality yet tied together by the same refreshing structure. These drinks often serve as an introduction to the art of balance in mixology. Exploring this family reveals both classic foundations and modern interpretations alike.

Absolute Favourites

Whiskey Sour

A classic cocktail that perfectly balances the sweet and sour with the rich complexity of whiskey.

Improved Amaretto Sour

A sophisticated and balanced reinvention of the classic, this cocktail marries the nutty sweetness of amaretto with the bold character of bourbon, creating a rich, velvety, and complex sour.

Kentucky Sour

A classic and refreshing sour cocktail that perfectly highlights the rich, smooth character of Kentucky bourbon.

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.

All-Time Classics

New York Sour

A classic Whiskey Sour elegantly topped with a float of dry red wine, creating a striking visual and a complex, fruity flavor profile.

Aperol Sour

A vibrant and refreshing cocktail balancing the bittersweet notes of Aperol with the tartness of lemon juice and a touch of sweetness, crowned with a silky foam.

Tequila Sour

A refreshing and perfectly balanced cocktail that showcases the earthy notes of tequila against a backdrop of tart lime and gentle sweetness.

Boston Sour

A classic whiskey sour made exceptionally smooth and creamy with the addition of egg white for a rich, velvety texture.

Timeless Icons

Elderflower Sour

A refreshingly elegant and floral twist on the classic sour, balancing sweet elderflower liqueur with tart citrus and a spirit of your choice.

Pisco Sour

A classic South American cocktail featuring pisco, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white, creating a frothy, citrusy, and smooth drink.

Mezcal Sour

A tantalizingly smoky and tart cocktail that reimagines the classic sour with the distinctive and earthy character of mezcal.

Morgenthaler's Amaretto Sour

A sophisticated and balanced reinvention of the classic Amaretto Sour, featuring bourbon and fresh egg white for a rich, velvety texture.

Legendary Picks

Vodka Sour

A crisp and refreshing classic cocktail that perfectly balances the clean taste of vodka with the tartness of fresh lemon juice and a touch of sweetness.

Midori Sour

A vibrant green, sweet and sour cocktail featuring the unique flavor of Japanese melon liqueur.

Sloe Gin Sour

A beautifully balanced sour cocktail featuring the rich, fruity, and plummy notes of sloe gin.

Trinidad Sour

A bold and aromatic sour cocktail where Angostura bitters surprisingly takes the lead role instead of a traditional spirit.

Most Loved

Tamarind Whiskey Sour

A sophisticated and tangy twist on the classic whiskey sour, enriched with the exotic sweet-and-sour flavor of tamarind.

Sherry Sour

A sophisticated and nutty twist on the classic sour, balancing the unique flavors of sherry with bright citrus and a touch of sweetness.

Aquavit Sour

A refreshing and savory twist on the classic sour, featuring Scandinavian aquavit with its distinct caraway and dill notes.

Hawaiian Stone Sour

A refreshing and simple tiki-style sour that combines American bourbon with the tropical flavors of pineapple and lemon juice.

Crowd Pleasers

Cardamaro Sour

An elegant and complex sour cocktail featuring the wine-based amaro, Cardamaro, balanced with fresh lemon and a silky texture.

Sam Ross Sour

A vibrant and complex gin sour featuring Campari for bitterness and orgeat for a nutty sweetness.