Ported Sour Twist

If you're a fan of the classic New York Sour, you'll love the Ported Sour Twist, a delightful variation that swaps the traditional red wine float for a luscious layer of tawny port. The combination of bourbon, freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and a port float creates a rich and tart cocktail with a smooth finish.

Ported Sour Twist

A delightful twist on the classic New York Sour, the Ported Sour Twist features bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a tawny port float for a rich and tart flavor profile.

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Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 1 ounce tawny port

Instructions

  1. In a shaker with ice, combine the bourbon, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  2. Shake the mixture until well-chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a double rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Slowly pour the tawny port over the back of a bar spoon to float it on top of the drink.
  5. Give the glass a light swirl to evenly distribute the port across the surface of the cocktail.