Concord Sour: El Guapo Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters Recipe

The Concord Sour is an elegant and visually stunning purple gin drink for any occasion. This recipe features a silky egg white foam and is elevated by the rich flavor of El Guapo™ Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters. The combination of Empress Gin, Concord Grape Juice, and the subtle notes of maple syrup creates a beautifully balanced and complex flavor.

It’s the perfect whiskey egg white cocktails alternative, offering the same silky mouthfeel but with a vibrant, fruity twist. Use this El Guapo Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters recipe to shake up a drink that is as delicious as it is beautiful.

Concord Sour Cocktail Recipe

This cocktail is a masterpiece of flavor and texture. The tartness of the lemon juice is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the maple syrup and grape juice, while the Lillet Rouge adds a layer of dry complexity. The star ingredient, our vanilla bitters, ties everything together with a warm, oaken finish.

Concord Sour: Whiskey Egg White Cocktail Ingredients

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• 1.5 oz @empress1908gin
• 1 oz Lillet Rouge
• 1 oz Lemon Juice
• .5 oz Maple Syrup
• 2 oz Concord Grape Juice
• Splash Soda Water
• 6 dashes El Guapo™ Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters
• 1 Egg White
• Seasonal flower, for garnish

El Guapo Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters Recipe: Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Wet Shake: Combine the Empress Gin, Lillet Rouge, lemon juice, maple syrup, Concord Grape Juice, and El Guapo™ Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters in a shaker with ice. Shake quickly to chill and combine the ingredients.
2. Strain: Strain the ice from the shaker, leaving the liquid behind.
3. Dry Shake: Add the egg white to the liquid. Dry shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds (without ice) to thoroughly emulsify the egg white and create a thick, frothy foam.
4. Serve: Add a splash of chilled soda water to a coupe glass. Strain the cocktail from the shaker into the coupe glass, allowing the foam to settle on top.
5. Garnish: Garnish with a seasonal flower before serving this beautiful purple gin drink.

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Frequently Asked Questions 

What is a purple gin drink?

A purple gin drink is a cocktail that uses a color-changing gin, such as Empress 1908 Gin, as its base. When mixed with acidic ingredients like citrus juice, the gin's color changes from a deep indigo to a vibrant purple, making for a visually striking and beautiful cocktail.

What does El Guapo™ Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters taste like?

Our El Guapo™ Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters provides a rich and complex flavor. It has prominent notes of warm vanilla, toasted marshmallow, and a hint of oak from the barrel-aging process. This adds a sweet, creamy dimension to cocktails without the added sugar of a syrup.

Why is an egg white used in this cocktail?

An egg white is used to create a rich, silky texture and a beautiful, thick foam on top of the drink. This is a classic technique used in many sour-style cocktails to improve the mouthfeel and presentation. The process of dry shaking is essential to achieve the perfect foam.

Can this recipe be adapted for a whiskey egg white cocktail?

Yes, this recipe can be adapted for a whiskey egg white cocktail. For a classic Whiskey Sour, you would substitute the Empress Gin and Lillet Rouge with 2 oz of your favorite whiskey (like bourbon or rye), and omit the Concord Grape Juice. The combination of whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white creates a classic sour. You could also use our El Guapo™ Barrel Aged Vanilla Bitters to add a unique, creamy note to your whiskey sour.