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Sour vs Fizz
The same template, served two ways: why a little soda changes a family.
Which should you use?
A fizz is a sour lengthened with soda. Choose a sour when you want a short, concentrated drink to sip; choose a fizz when you want the same flavours lighter, sparkling and easier to drink quickly. A Collins goes further still — more soda, over ice, in a tall glass.
| Dimension | Sours | Fizzes |
|---|---|---|
| Template | Spirit, citrus, sugar (often egg white) | The same, plus soda |
| Served | Up or on the rocks | Usually no ice, in a small highball or fizz glass |
| Strength | Fuller | Lighter, because the soda lengthens it |
| Examples | Whiskey Sour, Daiquiri, Pisco Sour | Gin Fizz, Ramos Gin Fizz |
Using one in place of the other
Any sour becomes a fizz with a top of soda. Shake it slightly sweeter, because the soda dilutes the sugar along with everything else.