The Huntsman is Blackberry Farm’s twist on a New York Sour. It offers the feel of a whiskey sour with dark fruit and vanilla notes. This beautiful winter drink features a red wine float, creating a captivating rim at the top of the cocktail. The Huntsman not only impresses on an aesthetic front but also in its blend of warm, dark, and rustic flavor profiles. The best way to have one is to visit their Wine Cave‘s bar in person. But making it at home and sharing with a loved one is wonderful, too.
What is a New York Sour?
A New York Sour is much like a whiskey sour with a hint of red. It combines the tartness of whiskey, the tang of lemon juice, a dash of red wine, and a frothy egg white rim. The addition of an egg white foam adds a silky texture and a touch of sweetness in this otherwise strong drink. Finish with a garnish of a cherry or lemon twist and you’ve got a classic cocktail recipe on hand.
The Huntsman: A Blackberry New York Sour Recipe
New York Sour Ingredients
- 1 oz Rittenhouse Rye
- 1 oz vanilla syrup (We love to use Le Monin vanilla syrup.)
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1 egg white
- Malbec wine for floating
Cocktail Instructions
- Shake all ingredients in a tin without ice. This is known as a “dry shake” and is an important first step to ensure the egg white gets incorporated fully.
- Then, add ice and shake again. Strain all ingredients in to a rocks glass with fresh ice.
- Give the cocktail about 5-10 seconds to form a foamy white layer at the top.
- Over the back of a bar spoon, lightly pour about a half ounce of red wine into the cocktail. We recommend a malbec or merlot. You will see a distinct red rim start to form just below the surface of the foam.
Recipe by Blackberry Farm / Styling by Anna Franklin / Photography by Dave Bryce
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