Glass: Coupe
Difficulty: Medium
Prep: 10 min
Garnish: Blood orange slice
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Description
A refreshing and zesty cocktail that combines the smoothness of sake with the vibrant flavor of blood orange, creating a delightful twist on the traditional sour.
History
The Sake Sour is a modern interpretation of the classic sour cocktail, incorporating Japanese sake which adds a unique umami depth. The addition of blood orange enhances its complexity and offers a beautiful hue.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Chill a coupe glass.
Step 2.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces of sake, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed blood orange juice, 1 ounce of simple syrup, and 3/4 ounce of lemon juice.
Step 3.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a thin slice of blood orange on the rim.