Captain Picard's Earl Grey Sour
This elegant sour, a delightful blend of scotch and lemon brightened by honey, is best enjoyed with a good book and a thoughtful disposition, just as Captain Picard would approve. You'll just need to grab some honey to make the syrup!
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blended Scotch
- 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz Honey syrup
Instructions
- Combine blended scotch, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
Glassware: Coupe
Garnish: Lemon twist
History
A comforting twist on the classic Gold Rush cocktail, which typically uses bourbon, this rendition swaps in blended scotch for a slightly different character, offering a soothing yet sophisticated sour, much like Captain Picard's preferred beverage.