Clean, crisp, and deceptively simple, the Vodka Sour is a masterclass in cocktail balance. While other sours feature assertive spirits like whiskey or pisco, this version uses vodka’s neutral canvas to let the bright, tangy flavor of fresh lemon shine. When prepared with an egg white and shaken properly, this drink transforms from a simple…
While the Margarita may be the undisputed king of tequila cocktails, its sophisticated cousin, the Tequila Sour, deserves a place in the spotlight. This cocktail is a celebration of balance, texture, and the complex flavors of agave. A classic sour at its core, this drink combines tequila, fresh lime juice, a touch of sweetener, and…
If your only experience with an Amaretto Sour involves a cloyingly sweet mixture from the 1970s, it’s time for a reintroduction. This is the Amaretto Sour, reborn. This modern classic, popularized by bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler, is a sophisticated reinvention of the original. It balances the nutty sweetness of amaretto with the complex backbone of high-proof…
The Pisco Sour is more than just a cocktail; it’s a national icon. As the signature drink of Peru, this cocktail is a perfectly balanced blend of unique, earthy Pisco, bright citrus, and just enough sweetness, all crowned with a famously silky, frothy top. The secret to its luxurious mouthfeel is an egg white, which,…
The Bijou Cocktail—whose name literally means “jewel” in French—is a striking, herbaceous classic that brings together gin, sweet vermouth, and green Chartreuse in a deep, gem-like harmony. The drink’s name reflects its components: gin (diamond), vermouth (ruby), and Chartreuse (emerald). When mixed in perfect balance, these ingredients create a cocktail that is both rich in…
The Manhattan is the epitome of urban sophistication: bold, spirit-forward, and timeless. It’s a drink with structure and poise, a cocktail that knows exactly who it is. Featured prominently in Billy Wilder’s Some Like It Hot, the Manhattan makes an unforgettable cameo when Marilyn Monroe’s character, Sugar Kane, whips one up in a hot water…
Few cocktails have the effortless sophistication of an Old Fashioned. It’s one of the oldest mixed drinks in history—simple, bold, and built on the idea that great things don’t need embellishment. But thanks to Mad Men and the ever-dapper Don Draper, the Old Fashioned experienced a serious revival, bringing mid-century cool back into modern cocktail…