Frisco Sour
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add all ingredients to shaker
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Shake well
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Fill old-fashioned glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled glass
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Garnish with orange slice and cherry on stick
Cocktail Description
This bourbon-based riff on the classic Whiskey Sour gets a sophisticated upgrade with the addition of Bénédictine, that wonderfully complex herbal liqueur that's been made by French monks since the 1500s.
The Frisco Sour balances the rich, oaky character of Savage & Cooke's cask-finished bourbon with bright lemon juice and just enough sugar cane syrup to round out the edges. The Bénédictine brings layers of honey, herbs, and warming spices that weave through the drink, turning what could be a straightforward sour into something with real depth. The foam topper gives you a silky mouthfeel and a beautiful presentation—that classic white cap sitting atop amber liquid.
This cocktail works beautifully as a pre-dinner drink or an after-work sipper when you want something that feels special without being fussy. It's refreshingly easy to make—just shake everything together with ice and strain over fresh ice in an old-fashioned glass. The drink pairs wonderfully with rich, savory foods like aged cheeses, charcuterie, or grilled meats, where the herbal notes and citrus can cut through fatty richness. That retro garnish of orange and cherry adds a festive touch that makes it perfect for entertaining or whenever you want to dress up your home bar game.
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