Serpentine Sour

The Serpentine Sour is a classic whiskey cocktail with a tantalizing mix of rye, absinthe, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a velvety egg white foam. This bold and refreshing drink delivers a perfect balance of citrusy sweetness, herbal notes, and a smooth, frothy texture. The touch of absinthe adds a hint of mystery to this timeless libation, making it a must-try for cocktail enthusiasts.

Serpentine Sour

A classic whiskey cocktail with rye, absinthe, lemon juice, simple syrup, and an egg white foam, delivering a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces rye whiskey
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 dashes absinthe
  • 1 egg white

Instructions

  1. Combine rye, lemon juice, simple syrup, absinthe, and egg white in a shaker.
  2. Dry shake the ingredients (shake without ice) to emulsify the egg white.
  3. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled.
  4. Fine-strain the mixture into a coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with a decorative swirl of Angostura bitters.