Japanese Citrus Sour

This delightful Japanese Citrus Sour cocktail features the smooth and rich flavors of cognac, balanced with the sweet and nutty notes of orgeat syrup, and brightened with a splash of fresh lime juice. The addition of Angostura bitters provides a hint of complexity to this classic drink, making it a refreshing and elegant choice for any occasion.

Japanese Citrus Sour

A delightful and elegant cocktail featuring cognac, orgeat syrup, lime juice, and a dash of Angostura bitters.

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Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces cognac
  • 1/2 ounce orgeat syrup
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters
  • Garnish: lemon or lime peel

Instructions

  1. Gather all the ingredients.
  2. Pour the cognac, orgeat syrup, fresh lime juice, and a dash of Angostura bitters into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  3. Shake the ingredients well to chill the mixture.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish the drink with a twist of lemon or lime peel.
  6. Serve and enjoy!