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Frisco Sour

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The Frisco Sour is a classic whiskey cocktail most commonly made with rye whiskey, lemon juice, Bénédictine liqueur, and an egg white. The inclusion of Bénédictine, a French herbal liqueur, differentiates it from a standard whiskey sour by adding complex notes of honey and spices, balancing the acidity of the citrus. The egg white is traditionally used to provide a smooth, frothy texture to the drink. It is served shaken and chilled, often straight up in a cocktail glass.

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What is in a Frisco Sour?

A Frisco Sour is commonly made with rye whiskey, lemon juice, Bénédictine, and often egg white. The Bénédictine gives it herbal, honeyed, and spicy notes that distinguish it from a basic whiskey sour.

How is a Frisco Sour different from a whiskey sour?

Both drinks use whiskey and lemon, but a Frisco Sour adds Bénédictine liqueur. That French liqueur makes the drink sweeter and more complex than the usual whiskey, citrus, and sugar combination.

Why is Bénédictine used in a Frisco Sour?

Bénédictine adds honeyed sweetness and herbal spice without relying only on simple syrup. It also gives the cocktail its recognizable flavor profile and separates it from other rye-based sours.

Should a Frisco Sour contain egg white?

Many versions use egg white to create a smooth texture and a foamy top when shaken. It is not essential to the drink’s identity, so a bar or home recipe may omit it for allergy or preference reasons.

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