Sake Sour
The Sake Sour is a delightful twist on the classic Whiskey Sour, substituting whiskey for sake to create a lighter, more aromatic cocktail. This refreshing blend combines the subtle flavors of sake with the tartness of fresh lemon juice, balanced with the sweetness of simple syrup, and is often finished with a dash of egg white for a smooth texture.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Jigger
- Citrus Juicer (optional)
- chilled cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Sake
- 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- 1/2 oz Egg White optional, for frothiness
- Ice Cubes
- Lemon Twist or Wheel for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker without ice, combine the sake, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using).
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Add a handful of ice to the shaker and shake again until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or wheel.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, omit the sake and use a non-alcoholic spirit or simply increase the lemon juice and simple syrup slightly. Adjust sweetness to taste. If you prefer not to use egg white, you can substitute with a few drops of aquafaba for a similar frothy texture.