Xanthan Gum Free Classic Maple Bourbon Sour
This cocktail is the kind of drink that feels both classic and a little special — tart lemon, warm bourbon, and the gentle sweetness of pure maple syrup all balanced in one beautifully frothy glass. The double-shake technique is the real secret here: a dry shake first builds that signature silky foam from the egg white, then a second shake over ice chills everything down without losing the airy texture. Because every ingredient is naturally free of thickeners and stabilizers, there's nothing to scrutinize on a label or swap out — just straightforward, honest cocktail-making. Pure maple syrup steps in as the sweetener and brings a depth that simple syrup just can't match. A few dashes of Angostura bitters dotted across the foam add a gorgeous aromatic finish and make the presentation look genuinely impressive. Strain it slowly into your glass and that foam will settle into a clean, distinct layer that holds up beautifully. It's the kind of cocktail you'll want to make again the moment the glass is empty.
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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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