Peat-Smoked Scotch Sour with Egg White
A velvety Scotch sour cocktail with a hint of peat smoke, bright lemon, and a silky egg white foam topping. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together peated single malt Scotch whisky, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 170 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz peated single malt Scotch whisky
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 egg white (pasteurized if preferred)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
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Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz peated single malt Scotch whisky, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 1 egg white into a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify and create a frothy texture.
- Step 3: Add ice to the shaker and shake again for 20 seconds until well chilled and foamy.
- Step 4: Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Add 2 dashes Angostura bitters on top of the foam and use a toothpick to create a decorative swirl.
- Step 6: Sip slowly to enjoy the balance of bright citrus, smoky peat, and creamy texture.
