Sour
The foundational cocktail family built on the balance of spirit, citrus, and sweetener. Every sour follows the same template: a base spirit shaken with fresh citrus juice and a sweetening agent.
Công thức
Spirit + Citrus + Sweetener
Tỷ lệ cổ điển: 2:1:0.75
Lịch sử
The sour template dates to Jerry Thomas's 1862 Bar-Tender's Guide. The basic ratio of spirit, citrus, and sugar became the most influential cocktail formula in history.
Biến thể chính
Whiskey Sour, Daiquiri, Gimlet, Pisco Sour, Amaretto Sour
Họ phụ
Collins
Spirit + Citrus + Sweetener + Soda
A sour lengthened with soda water and served tall over ice. Combines the balanced flavors of a sour with the …
Daisy
Spirit + Citrus + Liqueur
An evolved sour that adds a liqueur or flavored sweetener as the sweetening component, creating more complex flavor profiles.
Fizz
Spirit + Citrus + Sweetener + Soda (+ Egg)
A shaken sour with soda, served without ice in a smaller glass than a Collins. Often features egg white for …
