New York Sour Cocktail

The New York Sour is a delightful twist on the classic whiskey sour, featuring a beautiful layer of red wine on top that adds depth and complexity. This cocktail combines the smoothness of bourbon with the tartness of lemon juice, finished with a rich red wine float for a striking presentation.

Cuisine: American

Cooking time: 5 minutes

Serves: 1

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 1 oz dry red wine
  • 1 slice lemon (for garnish)
  • 1 slice cherry (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. 2. Add the bourbon, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. 3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled, about 15 seconds.
  4. 4. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  5. 5. Slowly pour the red wine over the back of a spoon to float it on top of the cocktail. Garnish with a lemon slice and a cherry.

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