Trinidad-Sour - Cocktail

sour

Sweetened, Rye Whiskey, Cocktail, Citrus, Sour, Served Up, Shaken, Served in Cocktail Glass, Orgeat, Bitters

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Ingredients: Served: Straight up: chilled, without ice. Drinkware: Cocktail glass. Method: Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker, shake well with ice, strain into chilled cocktail glass. 4.5 cl Angostura bitters, 3 cl orgeat syrup, 2.25 cl fresh lemon juice, 1.5 cl rye whiskey

**Trinidad-Sour - Cocktail** Brace yourself for the bold and complex **Trinidad Sour Cocktail**, a daring **Sour** drink that puts **Angostura bitters** squarely in the spotlight! Unlike most **Cocktails** where **Bitters** are used in dashes, this unique recipe features a substantial amount of aromatic **Angostura bitters** as the primary ingredient, creating a spicy, intensely flavored base. It's balanced by rich **orgeat syrup** (almond-flavored sweetness), bright fresh **lemon juice** for vibrant **Citrus** and tartness, and a hint of spicy **Rye Whiskey** to add structure. This **Cocktail** is **Shaken** and **Served Up** in a chilled **Cocktail glass** for a truly unforgettable sipping experience. **Ingredients:** * 4.5 cl Angostura bitters * 3 cl orgeat syrup * 2.25 cl fresh lemon juice * 1.5 cl rye whiskey **Preparation:** 1. Make sure your **Cocktail glass** is well-chilled. 2. In a **cocktail shaker**, combine the generous measure of **Angostura bitters**, **orgeat syrup**, fresh **lemon juice**, and **rye whiskey**. 3. Add ice to the shaker. 4. **Shake well** until the shaker feels thoroughly chilled. 5. **Strain** the mixture into your chilled **Cocktail glass**. 6. Serve **Straight up**, without ice. **Notes and Tips:** * Yes, that amount of **Angostura bitters** is correct! It's what makes this drink so unique. Ensure you're using genuine Angostura for the proper flavor profile. * Quality **orgeat syrup** is important for the creamy texture and nutty sweetness that balances the bitterness and **Citrus**. * Always use *fresh* lemon juice for the brightest, most effective **Sour** element. * While not traditionally garnished in all recipes, a twist of lemon zest or a sprinkle of additional **Bitters** on top can add aromatic layers. **History or Origin:** The **Trinidad Sour Cocktail** is a relatively modern invention, created by Giuseppe Gonzalez at the Clover Club in Brooklyn, New York, around 2008. It was designed to showcase the unique complexity of **Angostura bitters** and quickly gained a reputation among cocktail enthusiasts for its bold, unconventional profile. It's a testament to how classic **Cocktail** structures can be reimagined with surprising results. **Visual Description:** Served **Straight up** in a chilled **Cocktail glass**, the Trinidad Sour has a stunning, deep reddish-amber hue, almost jewel-toned, derived from the generous amount of **Angostura bitters**. It looks sophisticated and intriguing, hinting at the intense flavors within. **Conclusion:** Are you ready for a **Cocktail** adventure? The **Trinidad Sour** is a must-try for anyone who appreciates bold, complex flavors and the unique spice of **Bitters**. It's a **Sweetened**, **Sour**, **Shaken** masterpiece that proves great **Cocktails** can break the mold. Mix one up and prepare for a truly distinctive experience!

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