Concord Harvest Sour

This cocktail is a harmonious blend of smoky Scotch, nutty sherry, and the sweet tang of Concord grapes. The Concord Harvest Sour showcases the complexity of the grapes, with its alternating smoky, nutty, and jammy notes. It's a perfect balance of flavors that will delight your palate.

Concord Harvest Sour

A delightful cocktail that combines smoky Scotch, nutty sherry, and homemade Concord grape syrup for a perfect balance of flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces blended Scotch
  • 3/4 ounce oloroso sherry
  • 3/4 ounce Concord grape syrup
  • 1/4 ounce juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Lemon peel, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Start by making the Concord Grape Syrup. Pulse the grapes in a blender, then combine the purée with water and sugar in a saucepan. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Once cooked, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve and refrigerate until cool.
  3. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the Scotch, sherry, grape syrup, lemon juice, and bitters.
  4. Shake the mixture until well chilled, for about 20 seconds.
  5. Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass, and garnish with lemon peel if desired.