Gin Sour
The Gin Sour is a classic cocktail that perfectly balances the sharpness of gin with the tartness of lemon juice, smoothed out with a touch of sweetness. This refreshing drink is a timeless choice for cocktail enthusiasts.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Hawthorne strainer
- chilled cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin 60 ml
- 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice 22 ml
- 1/2 oz Simple syrup 15 ml
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist or wheel, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour the gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled, about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or wheel.
Notes
For a frothier texture, you can add an egg white to the shaker before shaking (this variation is often called a Gin Sour with egg white or a Boston Sour). Always ensure the use of fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. Adjust the sweetness to your taste by varying the amount of simple syrup.