Cocktail
Brandy Sour
How to make a Brandy Sour - the classic sour of brandy, fresh lemon juice and sugar syrup. Balanced between tart and sweet, and wonderfully simple.
5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
TumblerGlass
1Serving(s)
The Brandy Sour is a timeless classic of the sour family: brandy or cognac, fresh lemon and sugar syrup make for a perfectly balanced play of tart and sweet. Simple to prepare, elegant in the glass - a drink that never disappoints.
Instructions
- Add brandy, fresh lemon juice and sugar syrup to a shaker.
- Fill up with ice cubes and shake for about 12 seconds.
- Strain into a tumbler filled with fresh ice.
- Add a dash of Angostura Bitters on top.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and serve.
Garnish: Lemon slice
Pro tip: If you like a foamy crown, add a dash of egg white or a plant-based substitute and shake first without ice - this makes the sour especially velvety.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between brandy and cognac?
Cognac is a brandy from a specific French region with strict rules. Every cognac is a brandy, but not every brandy is a cognac.
What is the ideal ratio for a sour?
A proven ratio is six parts brandy, three parts lemon juice and two parts sugar syrup. This keeps the drink tart-sweet and balanced.
Can I make the Brandy Sour without egg white?
Yes, the egg white is optional. It only provides a foamy crown and a velvety mouthfeel; the flavour stays almost the same without it.
Ingredients
- Brandy (or cognac)6 cl
- Fresh lemon juice3 cl
- Sugar syrup2 cl
- Angostura Bitters1 dash
- Lemon1 slice
- Ice cubesas needed
