Description
A classic Amaretto Sour cocktail featuring a smooth blend of amaretto liqueur, cask-proof bourbon, fresh lemon juice, rich simple syrup, and frothy egg white, garnished elegantly with a lemon twist and brandied cherries for a perfectly balanced sour drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids and Spirits
- 1 1/2 ounces amaretto liqueur
- 3/4 ounce cask-proof bourbon
- 1 ounce lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon rich simple syrup
- 1/2 ounce egg white
Garnish
- Lemon twist
- 2 brandied cherries
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine amaretto, bourbon, freshly squeezed lemon juice, rich simple syrup, and egg white. Dry-shake the mixture vigorously without ice for about 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create a frothy texture.
- Chill and Strain: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again thoroughly to chill the cocktail. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice to ensure a smooth and cold drink.
- Garnish: Finish the cocktail by garnishing with a fresh lemon twist and two brandied cherries to enhance the aroma and presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy your Amaretto Sour.
Notes
- Using fresh lemon juice is essential for the bright and authentic sour flavor.
- Dry shaking the egg white before adding ice helps create a creamy froth.
- If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, omit the spirits and replace with almond syrup and lemon soda.
- Brandied cherries add a nuanced sweetness, but maraschino cherries can be used as an alternative.
- Ensure the bourbon is cask-proof or high-quality for a richer, more robust flavor.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Amaretto Sour, cocktail, bourbon, amaretto, lemon juice, egg white, classic drink, shaken cocktail
