Chicago Sour

Cocktail Recipe
Chicago Sour
Glass: Rocks glass Difficulty: Medium Prep: 10 min Garnish: Lemon twist Views: 1

Description

A delightful twist on the classic sour, combining the richness of whiskey with a tangy note from fresh lemon juice, topped with a frothy layer of egg white.

History

The Chicago Sour emerged in the early 20th century as a regional variation of the classic whiskey sour, popularized during the Prohibition era in speakeasies around Chicago.

Instructions

Step 1.
- In a shaker, combine 2 oz of Bourbon, 3/4 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz of simple syrup.
Step 2.
- Add 1 egg white to the shaker for frothiness.
Step 3.
- Dry shake (without ice) for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
Step 4.
- Add ice and shake vigorously for another 15 seconds.
Step 5.
- Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.

Ingredients

2 oz Bourbon
3 oz Fresh lemon juice
0.5 oz Simple syrup
1 Egg white (optional)
1 Lemon twist (garnish)

Quick Info

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Created: 2026-02-11 19:57:34
Updated: 2026-03-03 08:40:20

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