The Los Angeles Cocktail is a classic whiskey sour variant that combines Old Mr. Boston Whiskey with fresh lemon, powdered sugar, an egg white, and a touch of sweet vermouth to create a silky, balanced drink with a luxurious foam top.
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Visit Mr. Boston DrinksFrom Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide
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Shake well with cracked ice and strain into 4 oz.
cocktail glass.
cocktail shaker · jigger · bar spoon · coupe or cocktail glass · fine strainer or Hawthorne strainer
Yes, you can omit the egg white, but the drink will lose its signature silky texture and foam top. The cocktail will be thinner and less visually striking.
Use pasteurized eggs or pasteurized egg white product to minimize food safety risk. Some bars use aquafaba (chickpea liquid) as a vegan alternative.
Bourbon, rye, or Canadian whiskey all work well. Bourbon offers sweetness, while rye brings spice; choose based on your flavor preference.
Dry shake (shake without ice) for 10–15 seconds first to emulsify the egg white, then add ice and shake again to chill and build foam.
Mix the whiskey, lemon juice, powdered sugar, and vermouth in advance, but add the egg white and shake just before serving to ensure a fresh foam top.
