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An amaretto sour is a delightful cocktail combining sweet amaretto liqueur with zesty lemon juice and a touch of sugar for a tangy, refreshing drink.
Looking to jazz up your solo evenings with a classic cocktail? You’ve landed in the right spot! This Amaretto Sour recipe is designed just for one—no more wasted ingredients or daunting calculations. Get ready to mix, shake, and sip your way to a blissful, boozy night in. Cheers to perfect proportions and a splash of fun!
Amaretto Sour Recipe
Shake up your evening with a lip-smacking Amaretto Sour! This delightful cocktail with its sweet almond notes and tangy zest will transport you to a vintage speakeasy right from your living room. Let’s get shaken, not stirred!
- Cuisine Type: Cocktail
- Cooking Method: Shaking
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 oz Amaretto
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Optional: 1/2 oz egg white (for a frothy top)
- Lemon twist or cherry for garnish
Cooking Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz Amaretto, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Fill shaker with ice cubes. If using, add 1/2 oz egg white for a frothy finish.
- Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. Work those muscles!
- Strain the mixture into an old fashioned glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon or a cherry. Voilà!
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Swap lemon juice with lime juice for a different tang.
- Garnishing: Go wild with a sprig of rosemary for an aromatic twist.
- Cooking Tips: Rub the lemon twist around the rim of the glass for extra zing!
