Experience the flavors of fall with this easy-to-make New York cocktail recipe! All you need is whiskey, lemon juice, sugar, and a splash of Grenadine.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 186
Ingredients
- 2 oz Whiskey
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 1 dash of grenadine
- Lemon twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Strainer
- Chilled Martini Glass
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Chill your martini glass.
- Add 1 dash of grenadine into the shaker.
- Pour ½ oz simple syrup.
- Add ½ oz fresh lemon juice.
- Pour 2 oz Whiskey.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Fine strain the mixture into your chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Whiskey: If you don't have any whiskey on hand, brandy can be used as an alternative.
- Fresh Lemon Juice: I've used bottled lemon juice in a pinch, but fresh is always best. You could also try lime juice for a different citrus twist.
- Simple Syrup: Honey or agave nectar can be used as natural sweeteners if you don't have simple syrup available.
- Grenadine: If you're out of Grenadine, you can make your own by reducing pomegranate juice with sugar or you can opt for raspberry syrup.
Making a Pitcher of New York Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of whiskey, 4 oz of fresh lemon juice, 4 oz of simple syrup, and 8 dashes of Grenadine.
- Mix: Combine all the ingredients in a large pitcher with ice and stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into chilled martini glasses, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Whiskey Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic whiskey substitute; several brands are available that mimic the flavor of whiskey quite well.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of the regular whiskey, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version of the New York Cocktail.
Making it Vegan:
- Simple Syrup: Ensure your syrup is made with sugar which is not processed with bone char.
- Grenadine: Check the label to ensure your Grenadine doesn't contain animal-derived ingredients. Some brands use natural red coloring derived from insects. If in doubt, make your own using pomegranate juice and vegan-friendly sugar.
What is a New York Cocktail?
The New York Cocktail isn’t a variant of any other well-known cocktail but stands independently due to its unique flavors. An interesting fact about this drink is that despite being named like other drinks after one of the world’s most vibrant cities – New York City – there are no definitive records linking its origin directly to this city.
What is a New York Cocktail made of – The ingredients
These are the ingredients you need for a New York Cocktail:
- Whiskey: The cocktail’s base spirit provides a robust and complex flavor.
- Lemon Juice: Adds a tangy freshness that balances the strong taste of whiskey.
- Sugar Syrup: Sweetens the cocktail, counteracting the sourness of the lemon juice.
- Grenadine: Gives a sweet-tart flavor and a vibrant color to the cocktail.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the drink, making it more refreshing and enjoyable.
