Charcoal Sour
Whiskey · Shake · Old Fashioned Glass
Charcoal Sour Recipe
Charcoal Sour is a classic whiskey cocktail made with Bourbon Whiskey, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Egg White. Learn how to make this shake cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.
The Charcoal Sour is a showcase of modern mixology, using activated charcoal powder to dye a classic Whisky Sour a mysterious black. While the charcoal is tasteless, it grants the drink a unique visual identity, making it an iconic beverage of the Instagram era.
Ingredients
- Bourbon Whiskey 60ml
- Fresh Lemon Juice 22ml
- Simple Syrup 15ml
- Egg White 1 顆
- Activated Charcoal 1 tsp
Garnish: Lemon Wedge
Flavor: Sweet Sour Bitter Smoky
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in a Charcoal Sour?
Charcoal Sour is made with 60ml Bourbon Whiskey, 22ml Fresh Lemon Juice, 15ml Simple Syrup, 1 顆 Egg White, 1 tsp Activated Charcoal. It is garnished with lemon wedge.
How do you make a Charcoal Sour?
Make a Charcoal Sour using the shake technique and serve it in a Old Fashioned Glass, garnished with lemon wedge.
What spirit is a Charcoal Sour made with?
Charcoal Sour is a whiskey-based cocktail with a medium strength.
What does a Charcoal Sour taste like?
A Whisky Sour in a black coat, delivering a powerful visual impact. Key flavors: sweet, sour, bitter, smoky.