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.

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.

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.

All-Time Classics

Mezcal Sour

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

Pisco Sour

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

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.

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.

Timeless Icons

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.

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.

Boston Sour

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

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.

Legendary Picks

Tequila Sour

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

Midori Sour

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

Trinidad Sour

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

Aquavit Sour

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