Boston Sour Recipe
American · Cocktail · 5 min total
A classic cocktail that blends the tartness of lemon with the richness of egg white and the warmth of bourbon, creating a smooth and frothy drink.
5
min prep
min prep
1
servings
servings
175
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 egg white
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist or cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Combine bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white in a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for another 15 seconds until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled rocks glass or coupe.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or cherry.
Tips
- Use a fresh egg white for best froth; pasteurized egg whites work too.
- For a drier version, reduce simple syrup to 1/2 oz.
- Serve immediately after shaking to maintain foam.
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