Hazelnut Free Classic Maple Bourbon Sour

This cocktail is the kind of drink that makes people ask for the recipe before they've even finished the glass. The combination of smooth bourbon, bright lemon juice, and rich pure maple syrup creates a balance that's tart, sweet, and deeply satisfying all at once. The dry shake technique with pasteurized egg white is the real magic here — it builds a silky, cloud-like foam that sits on top of the drink like a crown, giving every sip a luxurious, velvety texture. A slow strain through a fine-mesh strainer keeps that foam layer clean and distinct, which is the mark of a properly made sour. For anyone navigating nut allergies at a bar or party, pre-made cocktail mixes and flavored syrups can be a minefield of unexpected additives, but this one is built entirely from straightforward, whole ingredients you can verify yourself. A few dashes of Angostura bitters dotted across the foam add a gorgeous visual finish and a subtle aromatic complexity that takes the whole thing up a notch. Make this for a dinner party and watch it disappear fast.

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