Cocktails

Brandy Sour

Served in a Whiskey Sour Glass

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Cocktailalcoholic5 ingredients

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 5 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2 ozBrandyUnknown
Juice of 1/2LemonUnknown
1/2 tspPowdered sugarUnknown
1/2 sliceLemonUnknown
1CherryUnknown

How to Make It

Shake brandy, juice of lemon, and powdered sugar with ice and strain into a whiskey Sour glass.Shaken
Decorate with the lemon slice, top with the cherry, and serve.Top

How to Serve

Glass: Whiskey Sour Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Tart

Supporting notes

Sweet Fruit Oak Vanilla

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Brandy2 oz

CognacWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing citrus or sweetener.
What changes: Cognac can replace generic brandy in a cocktail at the same measure; expect a more specific Cognac profile rather than a neutral brandy.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Powdered Sugar1/2 tsp

Superfine SugarWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Dissolve well; sweetness may need a small adjustment.
What changes: Superfine sugar can replace powdered sugar in many shaken drinks.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated July 24, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Brandy Sour?: The Brandy Sour is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Whiskey Sour Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
What does a Brandy Sour taste like?: Brandy Sour has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Tart, Sweet. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Brandy Sour?: The strength of Brandy Sour depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
What drinks are similar to a Brandy Sour?: If you enjoy Brandy Sour, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Brandy Sour at home?: Yes. The Brandy Sour uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Whiskey Sour Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Brandy Sour with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.