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Bourbon Sour
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Submitted on: November 5, 2024
Inspired by the classic Bourbon Crusta, this cocktail is a fresh twist on an old favorite from the mid-1800s. The Crusta was originally created around 1845 in New Orleans, a city known for its legendary cocktails. Traditionally, this drink is served with a sugar-rimmed glass, but I skipped that step here. Stay tuned—I’ll be sharing tips on how to properly rim your glass soon! The Bourbon Sour builds on the Crusta’s foundation of spirits, lemon juice, sugar, and bitters, yet has close ties to si...
Ingredients
- 2 oz
- .5 oz
- .5 oz
- 1 dash(es)
- .5 oz
Tools
Cocktail Shaker
Cocktail Jigger
Instructions
Garnish
Build
Glass
Estimated strength
Dried Orange and Lemon Wheels
Shake & Double Strain
Nick & Nora
About 24% ABV (estimate)
By Bryan Monroe
Home Bartender
Follow along the journey of cocktails at home. Using simple ingredients, trying out new things and just enjoying life as it comes! That is what cocktails are all about, there is no right or wrong as long as you’re enjoying you’re cocktail....
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In a cocktail shaker, add all ingredients and shake with ice. Fine strain into a coupe and garnish with a dried orange and lemon wheel from Garnishmecocktails. Enjoy!
Editor's Note
A riff on the 1845 Crusta, this sour balances bourbon with the floral, nutty depth of maraschino and orange curaçao. A bright, citrus-forward sipper.
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