This bright cocktail is a quick and impressive classic. Use whatever Bourbon you have on hand- this can shine up even the lowest spirit.
Add the egg white if you want the iconic foam, but it will taste just as great without it if you're not a fan.
You can get creative with the garnish- besides the I've also had great sours with a sprig of thyme or other herbs, drops of bitters in the foam, or even a stalk of lemongrass.
| Item | Volume |
|---|---|
| Bourbon | 2 parts |
| Simple Syrup | 1 part |
| Fresh Lemon Juice | 1 part |
| White of a small to medium egg | 1 part (optional) |
| Cherry or Lemon Peel | to garnish |
- Combine bourbon, simple syrup, lemon juice, and egg white in a shaker. Shake vigorously to build foam and combine.
- Add ice to shaker. Shake to chill.
- Strain into a stemmed glass, leaving no ice or lemon pulp.
- Garnish with a lemon peel, a cherry, or a tiny umbrella.