The Shark Tank Sour
A powerful bourbon sour, this drink embodies the fierce spirit of the SAP Center, affectionately known as "The Shark Tank." It's a classic formula with a deeper, more complex character, much like the team's enduring fight.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz Demerara syrup
- 2 dashes Orange bitters
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a Luxardo maraschino cherry and a lemon twist.
Glassware: Coupe or Rocks Glass
Garnish: Luxardo maraschino cherry & lemon twist
History
This is a riff on the timeless Whiskey Sour, elevated with demerara syrup for a richer sweetness and orange bitters to complement the bourbon, all while hinting at the Sharks' secondary team color. It's a drink as solid and dependable as a top-line center.