A Vodka Sour is a classic sour cocktail that contains vodka, simple syrup, lemon juice, and a dash of bitters. A frothy egg white is the “icing on the cake” and adds a sophisticated flare for a happy hour right at home!
If you like tart and not to sweet cocktails, a Vodka Sour will be right up your alley. It comes from the family of sour cocktails, which are traditionally composed of a spirit, citrus juice, and sweetener. The Whiskey Sour Recipe is another popular sour cocktail that we consider a classic.
Vodka Sour Recipe
To make a Vodka Sour you will need 2 ounces good-quality vodka (the better the quality, the better the drink as we like to say!), one ounce lemon juice, just shy of an ounce of simple syrup, 2 dashes of Angostura bitters (optional), and one egg white (optional). While the bitters and egg white are optional, they add character to the drink and are the traditional way to prepare it.
How to Make a Vodka Sour
- Add your vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters to a cocktail shaker filled with ice
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds
- Strain into a a glass filled with ice
- Optionally pour the egg white into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously again for about 30 seconds
- Strain egg white onto the top of the prepared drink
- Garnish with a slice of lemon and cherry and enjoy!
How to Serve
Serve or enjoy your Vodka Sour in a small glass tumbler such as a rocks glass or old fashioned glass immediately to enjoy it fresh and chilled. A slice of lemon and maraschino cherry make the perfect garnish!
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Vodka Sour
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce lemon juice
- 3/4 ounce simple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters optional
- 1 egg white optional
Instructions
- Add the vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters into an ice filled shaker.
- Shake vigorously.
- Strain into an ice filled glass.
- Optionally pour the egg white into the shaker.
- Shake very vigorously.
- Strain egg white onto top of drink.
- Garnish and enjoy.
Notes
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