The egg white was actually added later to made for a creamy, frothy element to the cocktail and it is optional, especially for those who might have a weakened immune system, including the elderly. Jerry Thomas ultimately refined and published his guide using whiskey which Americans seemed to prefer and the rest is history.Ī combination of bourbon, lemon juice and simple syrup is shaken together with ice. The sailors eventually brought this concept to shore and the basics of the sour cocktail were refined to what we know today. To prevent a ship full of intoxicated shipmates, the liquor, usually rum once it was discovered, was watered down and either lemon or lime was added for the health benefit. To prevent scurvy, sailors had a ration of citrus like lemons and lime and the alcohol in liquor made it safe to drink. Professional sailors suffered from scurvy and other malnutrition and sea-sicknesses until a hero named Vice Admiral Edward Vernon of England began mixing a few ingredients together to serve to his crew. The recipe itself was first written down in the 1862 book The Bartender’s Guide by Jerry Thomas even though the basic recipe was known for over a century prior. I’ve never been one to buy pre-made mixes there is just no way they can compare with fresh juice and simple syrup combinations. This is such an easy drink to prepare and the use of fresh lemon juice really is key to it being a great cocktail. Many people might concoct this particular cocktail using a ‘sour’ mix but those too often use artificially flavored ingredients. I can see why it’s maintained it’s popularity it’s an elegant combination of ingredients and certainly beyond simple to make. I’ve written about other classic cocktails especially the Manhattan, and I won’t deny that experience had me start thinking about other cocktails of my parents generation and this was one that came to mind. Just a bit of tart and sweet combined with Bourbon Whiskey and you’ve got a classic. ![]() The color and the flavor seem to evoke different emotions and this simple yet elegant cocktail are the perfect representation for a change in seasons. ![]() While I will use bourbon occasionally in the summer combined with fruit…it’s far more likely to find it’s way into a cocktail made during cooler weather. What makes it transitional? First there’s bourbon. ![]() Were any of you reading this blog 6 years ago?!! Really? Then you’ll appreciate the new photos…it was time maybe past time! □ It starts this afternoon and I thought it fitting to start if off with a transitional cocktail one that I first put on this blog 6 years ago. I so wanted to share this Whiskey Sour cocktail with you again today.
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