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New York Sour cocktail

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New York Sour

A whiskey sour with a smooth red wine float for added complexity.

Difficulty
Medium
Strength
Medium
Origin
United States

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Add Rye Whiskey, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, and Egg White (optional) into a Cocktail Shaker with ice.
  2. Shake hard until well-chilled and frothy.
  3. Strain into a Rocks Glass over fresh ice.
  4. Slowly pour the Red Wine over the back of a Bar Spoon to float on top.

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About the New York Sour

The New York Sour is a variation of the classic whiskey sour, elevated by a red wine float that adds a touch of sophistication and depth. Its origins date back to the late 19th century, making it a true classic. The combination of whiskey's warmth, lemon's tartness, and the wine's fruity notes creates a balanced and visually stunning cocktail.

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How this compares

  • Whiskey Sour

    The classic base version without the red wine float, focusing purely on the balance of whiskey, lemon, and sweetness.

  • Boulevardier

    A whiskey cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, offering a bitter and more spirit-forward alternative to the New York Sour.

  • Manhattan

    A stirred whiskey drink with sweet vermouth and bitters, offering a smoother and less tart profile compared to the New York Sour.

  • Paper Plane

    Combines bourbon, Aperol, and citrus for a lighter and more bitter variation compared to the tartness of the New York Sour.

  • Sidecar

    A cognac-based cocktail with lemon and orange liqueur, offering a brighter and more citrus-forward alternative to the whiskey-focused New York Sour.

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