Sleighbell Sour

Name: Sleighbell Sour
Ingredients: 1 oz Plum-infused Rye; 0.75 oz Cognac; 0.5 oz Pear Liqueur; 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice; 0.75 oz Holiday Honey Syrup; 1 dash(es) Angostura Aromatic Bitters; 1 dash(es) Cranberry Bitters

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By Chris Russell

Submitted on: December 22, 2022

Seasonal

After Dinner

My non-exotics—especially original recipes—are getting rarer and rarer, but this one is too good not to share. Hearty fruit flavours are supported rich cognac and spicy rye in this split-base seasonal sour. Sweet and savoury holiday honey brings everything together. Perfect for a cozy night in with a loved one. Recommended brands: •JP Wiser’s Triple Barrel Rye •Gautier VS cognac •Dillon’s Small batch bitters Holiday honey syrup recipe: Combine 2/3 cup honey, 1/2 cup water and a rosemary spri...

Ingredients

1 oz
Plum-infused Rye

0.75 oz
Cognac

0.5 oz
Pear Liqueur

1 oz
Fresh Lemon Juice

0.75 oz
Holiday Honey Syrup

1 dash(es)
Angostura Aromatic Bitters

1 dash(es)
Cranberry Bitters

Instructions

Garnish

pear fan

Build

Shake & Double Strain

Glass

Coupe

Estimated strength

About 17% ABV (estimate)

By Chris Russell

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Home bartender based in St. John's, Newfoundland. Like many, I got into this hobby-turned-obsession-turned-side gig during the pandemic, and it's been a journey! I have a passion for tiki classics and modern exotic cocktails, especially when I can infuse them with spirits and quality ingredients from the East Coast of Canada. On Instagram & TikTok @avalonhomebar...

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Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and add ice. Shake well, then fine strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a pear fan.

Editor's Note

Plum-infused rye and cognac form a robust base, brightened by lemon and anchored by a complex, house-made holiday honey syrup. A seasonal sour that balances spice with orchard fruit.

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17 July 2026

This sounds like a wonderful seasonal treat! Do you have a recommendation for how long to infuse the rye with the plums to get the best flavor balance?