Sour Cocktails: Tart, Sweet & Frothy

If you love a drink that's equal parts tart and sweet, the sour is your category. This is your go-to collection of sour cocktails, the bright, balanced drinks built on one simple, brilliant formula: a good spirit, fresh citrus, and just enough sweetness to round it all out. Shake a frothy bee's knees, a raspberry-laced Clover Club, or our herby take on a sage whiskey sour. There's a perfectly puckery pour here for everyone.

What makes a sour cocktail so good is the balance. That hit of fresh lemon or lime keeps things bright, the sweetener softens the edges, and a good shake gives many of them that signature silky, frothy top. These range from crisp and citrusy to rich and a little floral, made with everything from gin and whiskey to vodka and smoky mezcal. You'll find timeless classics done properly alongside a few of our own twists and original creations, and every sour cocktail here is tested until it tastes just right.

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