Persimmon Sour
PERSIMMON SOUR😍
I’d say we could all use a cocktail right about now, and this *might* be my new favorite - the spiced persimmon syrup adds the perfect amount of sweetness for a fun twist on a classic. Add some dried persimmon slices if you’re extra like me and pinkies up ;)
Ingredients:
For the Persimmon Simple Syrup:
2 cups chopped persimmons (about 3 persimmons)
1 cup sugar
¾ cup water
3 whole cloves
1 star anise
For the Persimmon Sour (for 1 cocktail):
2 oz fresh orange juice
0.5 oz lemon juice
2 oz persimmon syrup
2-3 oz bourbon
1 egg white
Ice
Nutmeg or cinnamon to top
Directions:
For the Persimmon Sour:
Start off by making your persimmon simple syrup. Add all ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring often to dissolve the sugar.
Reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, then shut off heat and let cool for 5. Strain into a glass container and reserve. The simple syrup will last about 1-2 weeks in the fridge and makes enough for about 4-6 cocktails.
Add orange juice, lemon juice, persimmon syrup, bourbon, and egg white to a cocktail shaker or lidded jar. Shake vigorously until frothy.
Add ice and shake until cold.
Strain into a cocktail or coupe glass and top with nutmeg or cinnamon. Enjoy!