Daisy
Sub-family of Sour
An evolved sour that adds a liqueur or flavored sweetener as the sweetening component, creating more complex flavor profiles.
Formula
Spirit + Citrus + Liqueur
Classic ratio: 2:1:1
Riwayat
1870s
· United States
The Daisy emerged as a more refined sour in the 1870s. The Margarita — Spanish for 'daisy' — is the most famous descendant of this family.
Key Variations
Margarita, Sidecar, Cosmopolitan, Lemon Drop
