Cocktail
Cognac Sour
How to make a Cognac Sour - the elegant sour variant with cognac, fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. Velvety from optional egg white and finely balanced.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
TumblerGlass
1Serving(s)
The Cognac Sour is the noble sister of the Whiskey Sour: fine cognac meets fresh lemon juice and a little sugar. A splash of egg white provides a silky foam crown and round texture. Fruity, soft and perfectly balanced.
Instructions
- Add cognac, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white to the shaker.
- First shake vigorously without ice (dry shake).
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake well again.
- Double strain into an ice-filled tumbler.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Pro tip: Shake the drink with egg white first without ice (dry shake) and then with ice - this creates the typical velvety foam crown.
Frequently asked questions
What distinguishes the Cognac Sour from the Whiskey Sour?
Instead of whiskey, cognac is used, which gives the drink a softer, fruitier and more refined aroma.
Is the egg white absolutely necessary?
No, it only provides a velvety foam crown and milder texture, but it can be left out without any problem.
Which cognac is suitable?
A VS or VSOP cognac is ideal, as its fruity notes harmonize well with the lemon acidity.
Ingredients
- Cognac5 cl
- Fresh lemon juice3 cl
- Simple syrup2 cl
- Egg white (optional)1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
