Earl Grey Vanilla Twist

This Earl Grey Whiskey Sour is a delightful twist on the classic whiskey sour, infused with the fragrant essence of vanilla and the distinct flavor of earl grey tea. The homemade earl grey simple syrup adds a subtle sweetness, elevating the cocktail to a new level of sophistication. Sip on this refreshing libation and savor the harmonious blend of citrus, tea, and whiskey, perfectly balanced to tantalize your taste buds.

Earl Grey Vanilla Twist

A delightful twist on the classic whiskey sour, infused with vanilla and earl grey tea flavors, and sweetened with homemade earl grey simple syrup.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 vanilla bean (split and seeds scraped out)
  • 3 earl grey tea bags (or 3 tsp loose tea)
  • 1 oz Whiskey (Jamesons)
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 1 oz earl grey simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz egg white
  • 1 twist lemon peel
  • 1 handful ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and vanilla bean, and bring to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat and add the earl grey tea bags, allowing them to steep for 5 minutes before removing them.
  3. Let the vanilla pod infuse with flavor, then cool and store the syrup in the fridge.
  4. In a cocktail shaker, combine whiskey, lemon juice, earl grey simple syrup, and egg white.
  5. Shake the mixture for 20 seconds, then add the ice and shake for an additional 10 seconds.
  6. Strain the mixture into a cocktail tumbler, add ice, and garnish with a twist of lemon peel.