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Boston Sour

Boston Sour

Boston Sour brings sour, citrus, creamy notes in a rich and rounded style. At approximately 14% ABV, it is an approachable option for relaxed drinking.

SourCitrusCreamy
APPROX. ABV
14%
STRENGTH
2/5
DRINKABILITY
4/5

TASTE PROFILE

What it feels like in the glass

Sweetness4
Bitterness0
Sourness4
Strength2
Body4
Drinkability4
Fruity2
Herbal1
Smoky0

FOOD PAIRING

Consider it with

01Dessert
02Nuts

Pairings are editorial guidance. Recipes and serving styles vary by venue.

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

2 oz Blended whiskey

Juice of 1/2 Lemon

1 tsp Powdered sugar

1 Egg white

1 slice Lemon

1 Cherry

Method
Shake juice of lemon, powdered sugar, blended whiskey, and egg white with cracked ice and strain into a whiskey sour glass. Add the slice of lemon, top with the cherry, and serve.
Glass
Whiskey sour glass
Garnish
Citrus garnish