Amaretto Sour
A delightful cocktail with a unique combination of smooth Amaretto liqueur and tart lemon juice, evoking summer evenings spent with family.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ounces Amaretto liqueur Look for a high-quality brand like Disaronno for an authentic almond flavor.
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice Fresh is best! Bottled lemon juice just doesn’t cut it for this recipe.
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup You can easily make your own by mixing equal parts sugar and water until dissolved.
- 1/2 ounce egg white This adds a silky texture and frothy top, but feel free to leave it out if you prefer.
- Crushed ice cubes Crushed ice makes for a chill cocktail and upgrades the mouthfeel.
- Maraschino cherry Optional, for garnish.
- Orange twist or lemon twist Optional, for garnish adding a hint of zest and visual appeal.
Instructions
Preparation
- Fill a cocktail shaker with 2 ounces of Amaretto liqueur, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup. If you choose, add 1/2 ounce egg white for a frothy finish.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Add in crushed ice and shake for another 15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a low-ball glass that’s been filled halfway with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and a twist of either orange or lemon peel.
Notes
Chill your glass for an extra refreshing experience. If you have leftover mix, keep it in the refrigerator for up to a day. Use fresh eggs for egg whites.