Elk's Own -- Variation #1

This Elk's Own variation is a personal favorite here at Bitter Bear spirits. I love how the rye’s bright spice cuts through the jammy character of the Ruby Port. It’s a simple, beautifully structured sour that shows what great craft spirits can do together.

Approximate ABV 13.9%
Approximate Price / Cocktail $2.25
Taste Foundation Sweet, Sour/Tart
Taste Nuance Fruity, Spicy, Nutty, Creamy

Recipe Ingredients

1 oz. (30 ml) Old Forester Rye Add to Cart
3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Fonseca Bin #27 Port Wine Add to Cart
3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) lemon juice
1/2 oz. (15 ml) rich Demerara syrup (2:1, sugar:water)
1 raw egg white OR 3/4 oz. aquafaba
Grated nutmeg for garnish

Recipe Directions

1. Combine the rye, Port, lemon juice, Demerara syrup, and egg white or aquafaba in your shaker.
2. Dry shake for about 15 seconds to emulsify.
3. Add ice to the shaker.
4. Shake again until well-chilled.
5. Double strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
6. Grate fresh nutmeg over the top.

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