Vanilla Ginger Sour Cocktail
Elevate your cocktail game with this Vanilla Ginger Sour, a sophisticated blend of creamy texture, zesty brightness, and warm spice. Featuring smooth vanilla vodka as the star ingredient, this recipe highlights the fresh heat of ginger juice, balanced by tart lemon and just a hint of sweetness from simple syrup. The use of egg white creates a velvety, frothy finish, while a "dry shake" technique ensures a perfectly emulsified and elevated presentation. Garnished with a slice of fresh ginger, candied ginger, or a fragrant vanilla bean pod, this cocktail is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for cocktail enthusiasts seeking a refined, aromatic blend, this 10-minute recipe is an ideal choice for dinner parties or a cozy night in.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Vanilla vodka
- 0.5 oz Fresh ginger juice
- 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 piece Ginger slice or candied ginger
- 1 piece Vanilla bean pod (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the ginger juice by grating a small piece of fresh ginger and squeezing out the juice through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Set aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine vanilla vodka, fresh ginger juice, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and the egg white.
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds without ice. This is called a 'dry shake' and helps to emulsify the egg white, creating a creamy and frothy texture.
Add a cup of ice cubes to the shaker, seal it again, and shake vigorously for another 30 seconds to chill and dilute the cocktail properly.
Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or rocks glass using a fine mesh strainer to ensure a silky smooth drink.
Garnish with a thin slice of fresh ginger, a piece of candied ginger, or a vanilla bean pod for an elegant touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vanilla Ginger Sour Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 90 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
