Gin · Medium
Fitzgerald
A gin sour with a bitter edge — dry gin shaken with fresh lemon and simple syrup, finished with a couple dashes of Angostura for a subtle complexity that elevates this beyond a simple sour.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Coupe
Ingredients
- Dry ginDry ginDry gin is a distilled spirit flavored primarily with juniper berries and other botanicals, originating from the Netherlands. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic.60 ml
- Fresh lemon juiceFresh lemon juiceFresh lemon juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe lemons, commonly used in cocktails for its bright, tangy flavor. It adds balance and enhances other ingredients in drinks.22 ml
- Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.15 ml
- Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned.2 dashes
- Lemon wheel (garnish)Lemon wheel (garnish)A lemon wheel is a circular slice of lemon used as a garnish in cocktails. It adds a citrusy aroma and visual appeal to drinks like the Gin and Tonic or Whiskey Sour.1
Gear
Method
- 1
Add gin, fresh lemon juicefresh lemon juiceFresh lemon juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe lemons, commonly used in cocktails for its bright, tangy flavor. It adds balance and enhances other ingredients in drinks., simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar., and Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned. to a shaker filled with ice.
- 2
Shake well for 12–15 seconds.
- 3
Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4
Garnish with a lemon wheel.
