Why We Love This Whiskey Sour Recipe
This Plum Ginger Whiskey Sour Cocktail is a variation on a classic whiskey sour recipe. Whiskey sours are generally made with whiskey, simple syrup, and lemon juice, then topped off with a maraschino cherry and an orange slice! However, rich plum syrup and fresh ginger juice make it a perfect cocktail for transitioning into fall. This take on a whiskey sour has all of the flavors you love with added flavor from the plum and ginger! The egg white in this plum ginger whiskey sour adds a fluffy texture that adds to the cocktail experience! Egg whites are traditionally used in a whiskey sour to provide a rich silky frothy texture. Don’t be afraid of the egg whites in cocktails, bartenders use them all the time. As long as the shell is washed before cracking, the risk of salmonella is almost nil.
Ingredients You Need
This whiskey sour with a twist can be made with just a few ingredients! Here’s what you’ll need:
Bourbon – use your favorite brand of bourbon whiskey here Plum Syrup – homemade or store-bought! Lemon Juice – fresh citrus juice is best! Ginger Juice – sometimes sold at the store, or use fresh ginger by grating it and straining out the juices! Egg White – for the frothy topping Fresh Plum – for garnish Candied Ginger – for garnish
How to Make A Plum Ginger Whiskey Sour
Shake all ingredients together in a cocktail shaker without ice, in order to emulsify the egg white. This is called a “dry shake” to shake the cocktail with the egg white without the ice. Add ice to the shaking tin and shake again to chill the drink. Strain with a Hawthorne strainer over a large ice cube in a rocks glass. The egg white will be foamy and float at the top. Garnish with candied ginger and a slice of plum! Repeat for more drinks if needed.
Tips & Tricks
Replace the plum syrup for a simple syrup for ease and a touch of sweetness in this whiskey sour recipe. Or, try it with maple syrup or honey instead! For a classic whiskey sour recipe, simply omit the plum syrup and ginger juice, and replace the plum syrup for simple syrup! Bourbon can be replaced with rye whiskey if you prefer! Serve your plum ginger whiskey sours in rocks glasses or try them in a coupe glass! Whiskey sours with egg white are best made individually, not in a big batch all at once!
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