Rye Honey Sour
An elegant rye sour that uses honey syrup and egg white to create a silky, balanced cocktail. Honey's floral sweetness tames rye's aggressive spice, while the egg white foam adds a luxurious mouthfeel. Trending as the sophisticated whiskey sour upgrade. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye whiskey
- 0.8 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.8 oz Honey syrup
- 1 oz Egg white
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- bitters design on foam (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Complement with creamy cheesecake, honey-glazed ham, or roasted root vegetables that echo the drink's floral honey sweetness. The silky mouthfeel pairs wonderfully with rich, buttery desserts.
Instructions
Combine rye, lemon juice, honey syrup, and egg white in a shaker
Dry shake (no ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white
Add ice and shake again for 12 seconds
Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass
Drop bitters on the foam and draw a design with a toothpick
Tips
The dry shake is essential for building proper foam — don't skip it Use a wildflower or orange blossom honey for aromatic complexity Aquafaba (chickpea liquid) works as a vegan egg white substitute with similar foam