Cocktails
Boston Sour
Boston Sour is a cocktail made with Blended Whiskey, Lemon, Powdered Sugar, and Egg White. The listed recipe is shaken and served in a Whiskey Sour Glass.
At a Glance
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 6 ingredients, blended drink, uses egg white, requires shaker, blender
Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.
Ingredients
- 2 ozBlended whiskeyBase Spirit
- Juice of 1/2LemonFruit
- 1 tspPowdered sugarSweetener
- 1Egg whiteEgg Or Foamer
- 1 sliceLemonFruit
- 1CherryGarnish
Contains an egg ingredient. Prepare with a fresh, safe egg; those who should avoid raw egg may prefer to skip it.
How to Make It
- Shake juice of lemon, powdered sugar, blended whiskey, and egg white with cracked ice and strain into a whiskey Sour glass.Shaken
- Add the slice of lemon, top with the cherry, and serve.Top
How to Serve
- Glass
- Whiskey Sour Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Blended
Taste
What does Boston Sour taste like?
Boston Sour is bright and tart, with citrus carrying much of the first impression. Sweetness and dilution need to balance the sharpness.
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.
Estimated sensory profile
- High ABV
- Bright and citrusy
- Full-bodied
Practical notes
Similar styles
Try this if you like silky whiskey sours
Choose the Boston Sour when you want a Whiskey Sour with a softer texture. The richer mouthfeel makes it feel more polished than a simple citrus-and-whiskey shake.
Variations
Easy ways to adjust Boston Sour
For a sharper version, increase the citrus slightly. For a rounder version, add a touch more sweetener or use a richer base ingredient, but avoid hiding the fresh acidity.
Skip if
Skip Boston Sour if...
Skip Boston Sour if tart citrus is not what you want. Sour-style drinks rely on acidity, so they can feel sharp when you are looking for richness or sweetness.
Diet & lifestyle
Compatible, based on the listed ingredients
Not compatible
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Reviewed ingredient substitutions
Powdered Sugar1 tsp
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I make a Boston Sour at home?
- Yes. The Boston Sour uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Whiskey Sour Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.