Garnish:
Lemon zest twist
How to make:
SHAKE all ingredients with ice and strain ice-filled glass. DRIZZLE red wine around the surface of the drink.
| 1 1⁄2 fl oz | Bourbon whiskey |
| 5⁄6 fl oz | Freshly squeezed lemon juice |
| 1⁄2 fl oz | Sugar-free sweetener |
| 1 dash | Angostura or other aromatic bitters (optional) |
| 3⁄4 fl oz | Claret red wine |
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Comment:
The splash of Claret wine makes this cocktail – both in terms of flavour and visually. Adding the aromatic bitters will help the flavour but also adds trace amounts of sugar.
About:
Adapted from the classic serve by yours truly (Simon Difford) in January 2019.
Also see Sours - history, recipes and glassware.
