Description
A delicious blend of tart raspberry, smooth vodka, and a touch of citrus creates the perfect balance in this Raspberry Vodka Sour cocktail. It’s refreshing, a little sweet, a little sour, and just the right amount of fun to sip on for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a quiet evening, this drink will certainly stand out.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz vodka (use a smooth, high-quality vodka)
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice (freshly squeezed for the best flavor)
- 1 oz raspberry syrup (or fresh raspberries muddled with sugar)
- ½ oz simple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1 egg white (optional, for a frothy texture)
- Ice cubes (for shaking)
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish)
- Lemon wheel (for garnish)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the cocktail shaker: Add the vodka, fresh lemon juice, raspberry syrup (or muddled raspberries), simple syrup, and egg white (if using) into a cocktail shaker.
- Shake it up: Fill the shaker with ice cubes. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the ingredients and create a frothy texture (thanks to the egg white).
- Strain and serve: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh raspberries, a lemon wheel, and optional mint leaves for a refreshing pop of color.
- Enjoy: Sip and enjoy the perfect balance of tart, sweet, and citrusy goodness in every refreshing sip!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness: Depending on your taste, you can adjust the amount of simple syrup or raspberry syrup for more sweetness.
- Egg white alternative: If you prefer not to use egg whites, you can omit them or use a foam maker for a similar frothy effect.
- Raspberry syrup: If you can’t find raspberry syrup, simply muddle fresh raspberries with a little sugar to release the juice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail, Drink, Sour
- Method: Shaken, Strained
- Cuisine: American, Cocktail Bar