Trinidad Sour
The showstopper from New York's Trinidad bar: a full 45 ml of Angostura bitters promoted to star, shaken with rye whiskey, orgeat and lemon juice. Boldly bitter-aromatic yet astonishingly smooth - the 21st century's most daring modern classic.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Trinidad Sour?
A Trinidad Sour is made by shaken method in 4 step(s). 1) Pour the Angostura bitters, rye whiskey, orgeat and fresh lemon juice into your shaker. 2) Fill with ice and shake hard for 12-15 seconds, until the tin frosts over. 3) Double strain through a Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh into a rocks glass over one large cube. 4) No garnish needed - the deep amber color and bold aromatic nose are the signature. Sip slowly as the bitterness turns to sweetness. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Trinidad Sour?
A Trinidad Sour needs 4 ingredient(s): Angostura Bitters 45ml, Rye Whiskey 30ml, Orgeat (Almond Syrup) 22ml, Fresh Lemon Juice 15ml.
What does a Trinidad Sour taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Innovative, Herbal, Rich & Smooth, Classic Balance. Strength: >28% ABV.
What glass is a Trinidad Sour served in?
A Trinidad Sour is typically served in a rocks glass, prepared by the shaken method.
Ingredients
- Angostura Bitters45ml
- Rye Whiskey30ml
- Orgeat (Almond Syrup)22ml
- Fresh Lemon Juice15ml
Steps
- Pour the Angostura bitters, rye whiskey, orgeat and fresh lemon juice into your shaker.
- Fill with ice and shake hard for 12-15 seconds, until the tin frosts over.
- Double strain through a Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh into a rocks glass over one large cube.
- No garnish needed - the deep amber color and bold aromatic nose are the signature. Sip slowly as the bitterness turns to sweetness.
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