Lucky Bourbon Basil Sour

This Shamrock Sour cocktail is a delightful blend of Basil Hayden's bourbon, green Chartreuse, and citrus juices, balanced with a touch of agave syrup. The addition of egg white gives it a velvety texture, and it's garnished with a sprig of mint and a slice of lemon for a refreshing finish.

Lucky Bourbon Basil Sour

A refreshing bourbon cocktail with a touch of citrus and herbs, garnished with mint and lemon.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz Basil Hayden's bourbon
  • 1/2 oz green Chartreuse
  • 1/2 oz freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz agave syrup (1 part agave nectar, 1 part water)
  • 1/4 oz egg white (about half an egg white)
  • Garnish: mint sprig
  • Garnish: lemon wheel

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker and shake vigorously without ice.
  2. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a double rocks glass over fresh ice.
  4. Garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon wheel.