New York Sour

The New York Sour is a classic whiskey cocktail, a variation of the traditional Whiskey Sour, originating in New York City in the early 20th century. Its signature feature is a float of dry red wine (often a Shiraz or Malbec) poured over the top, creating a distinct layered appearance. The base typically includes bourbon or rye whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

As a cocktail, it is primarily a source of empty calories from alcohol and sugar, with negligible protein, fat, or essential nutrients. A standard serving contains roughly 180-220 calories, almost entirely from ethanol and added simple syrup.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	0.1 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	5 mg
Potassium	40 mg
Iron	0.1 mg
Magnesium	3 mg
Calcium	6 mg
Vitamin C	1 mg
Phosphorus	5 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.1 mg
Vitamin B6	0.01 mg

Per 1 cocktail (approx. 120 ml) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The New York Sour is culturally notable for its elegant, two-toned presentation, which was originally intended to mimic the look of a fine wine. Nutritionally, it stands out as a cocktail where the added wine float contributes a small amount of antioxidants (like resveratrol), though not in significant dietary quantities.