Brandy Sour
A bright and balanced citrus cocktail that showcases brandy's fruit-forward character against tart lemon and a touch of sweetness. The national cocktail of Cyprus and a timeless classic worldwide.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Brandy
- 0.8 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 0.5 oz Egg white (optional)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- lemon wheel (garnish) garnish
- cherry (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with roasted chicken, light seafood, or a fresh green salad with citrus vinaigrette to highlight the brandy's fruit character. The bright acidity works well with delicate, refined dishes.
Instructions
Add brandy, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white to a shaker
Dry shake without ice for 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white
Add ice and shake vigorously for another 15 seconds
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice
Dash Angostura bitters onto the foam and drag a toothpick through for a design
Garnish with a lemon wheel and cherry on a pick
Tips
The dry shake is essential when using egg white; it creates a dense, silky foam that sits beautifully on top If you skip the egg white, the drink is still excellent but loses its velvety mouthfeel Use a mid-range brandy like St-Remy VSOP or Hennessy VS; the citrus and sugar balance out any roughness