Irish Sour
A velvety twist on the whiskey sour — smooth Irish whiskey shaken with lemon, simple syrup, and egg white for a frothy, citrus-forward classic with a silky finish. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Irish whiskey
- 1 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.8 oz Simple syrup
- 1 whole Egg white
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- lemon wheel (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve alongside smoked ham, aged cheddar, or Irish soda bread with butter to balance the bright citrus and creamy egg white texture. The velvety character also pairs well with light charcuterie boards.
Instructions
Add Irish whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white to a shaker without ice
Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white
Add ice and shake again for 12 seconds
Double strain into a chilled coupe glass
Dash Angostura bitters on the foam and drag a toothpick through for a design
Tips
The dry shake (no ice) is essential for building that luxurious foam Irish whiskey's smooth, triple-distilled character makes this incredibly approachable Aquafaba (chickpea water) works as a vegan substitute for the egg white