MSG Free Classic Maple Bourbon Sour
There is something undeniably satisfying about a cocktail that looks as good as it tastes, and this maple bourbon sour delivers on both counts. The silky foam on top comes from a dry shake with pasteurized egg white — a classic bartender trick that gives the drink that luxurious, cloud-like layer without any artificial thickeners or flavor enhancers. Pure maple syrup steps in as the sweetener, bringing a warm, earthy depth that simple syrup just can't match, and it keeps the ingredient list completely clean. Fresh lemon juice does the heavy lifting on brightness, balancing the richness of the bourbon with a sharp, natural tartness. For anyone who has ever scanned a cocktail mixer label and felt uneasy about the additives hiding inside, making this from scratch means you know exactly what's in your glass. A few dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam add a beautiful speckled finish and a whisper of spice that ties everything together. It's the kind of drink you'll want to make again the moment you set the glass down.
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1 serving
- 2 oz bourbon
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz pure maple syrup
- 1 pasteurized egg white
- ice cubes, for shaking and serving
- 2–3 dashes angostura bitters (optional)
- 1 lemon wheel or twist, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup, and pasteurized egg white in a cocktail shaker without ice. Seal and shake vigorously for 15 seconds, until the mixture is frothy and slightly opaque.
- 2
Add a generous handful of ice to the shaker. Seal and shake again for another 10–12 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is very cold to the touch.
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