Cocktails
Frisco Sour
Frisco Sour is a cocktail made with Blended Whiskey, Benedictine, Lemon, and Lime. 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, shaken drink, requires shaker
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Ingredients
- 2 ozBlended whiskeyBase Spirit
- 1/2 ozBenedictineLiqueur Modifier
- Juice of 1/4LemonFruit
- Juice of 1/2LimeFruit
- 1 sliceLemonFruit
- 1 sliceLimeFruit
How to Make It
- Shake all ingredients (except slices of lemon and lime) with ice and strain into a whiskey Sour glass.Shaken
- Decorate with the slices of lemon and lime and serve.Serve
How to Serve
- Glass
- Whiskey Sour Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Shaken
Taste
What does Frisco Sour taste like?
Frisco 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
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Estimated sensory profile
- High ABV
- Dry finish
- Bright and citrusy
Practical notes
Similar styles
Try this if you like tart whiskey drinks
Choose the Frisco Sour when you want a sharper, citrus-forward whiskey drink. It is a good fit if you like sour cocktails but want whiskey to remain present.
Variations
Easy ways to adjust Frisco 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 Frisco Sour if...
Skip Frisco 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.
When to serve
- Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.
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Food pairings
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Diet & lifestyle
Compatible, based on the listed ingredients
May be limited
Not compatible
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I make a Frisco Sour at home?
- Yes. The Frisco 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.