Cool off with the Filibuster Cocktail recipe! Combine rye whiskey, lemon juice, maple syrup, and egg white for a unique fall drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 200
Ingredients
- 2 oz Rye Whiskey
- ¾ oz lemon juice
- ½ oz maple syrup
- 1 egg
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist or a couple of dashes of Angostura Bitters - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
- Coupe Glass
Instructions
- Chill Glass: Stir some ice cubes in your coupe glass to chill it.
- Add Egg White: Crack 1 egg and add the egg white to the shaker.
- Add Maple Syrup: Add ½ oz maple syrup to the mix.
- Add Lemon Juice: Measure and pour ¾ oz lemon juice into the shaker.
- Add Whiskey: Pour 2 oz Rye Whiskey into the shaker.
- Dry Shake: Shake the mixture without ice for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Wet Shake: Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for another 15 seconds.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish: Use a lemon zest or droop a few dashes of angostura bitters on top as garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Rye Whiskey: Bourbon works well as a substitute if you don't have rye whiskey. It adds a slightly sweeter profile to the drink.
- Lemon Juice: Fresh lime juice can be used instead of lemon juice for a different citrus twist.
- Maple Syrup: Honey or agave syrup can replace maple syrup if you prefer or if that's what you have.
- Egg White: For those who prefer not to use raw egg whites, aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) works surprisingly well as a vegan alternative.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Whiskey Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic whiskey alternative; these are available and reasonably mimic whiskey's flavor profile.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Egg White Substitute: Use aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) instead of egg white. It froths up nicely and provides a similar texture without using animal products.
- Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using aquafaba instead of egg white for a vegan-friendly version of this cocktail.
What is a Filibuster Cocktail?
A Filibuster Cocktail is a rye whiskey-based drink made of rye whiskey, lemon juice, maple syrup, and egg whites. It’s not difficult to make, but it does require some shaking techniques to properly emulsify the egg white for that smooth, frothy texture. This cocktail offers a unique blend of flavors, with the richness of maple syrup balancing the tartness of lemon juice.
What is a Filibuster Cocktail made of – The ingredients
You need the following ingredients to prepare a Filibuster Cocktail:
- Rye Whiskey: Provides a strong, spicy base flavor.
- Lemon Juice: Adds a tart, citrusy note to balance the sweetness.
- Maple Syrup: Contributes a rich, sweet depth to the drink.
- Egg White: Creates a smooth, frothy texture for a luxurious mouthfeel.
