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Amaretto Sour

The Amaretto Sour is a cocktail that is made from amaretto liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup. It is usually garnished with an orange slice or a cherry.

We believe that the name “amaretto sour” is derived from the Italian word “amaro,” which means “bitter.” This drink is usually served in a cocktail glass with ice cubes. There are many variations of this cocktail such as an orange version that substitutes orange juice for lemon juice, or a sweeter version that substitutes simple syrup for raspberry syrup.

Amaretto Sour Recipe

45 ml Amaretto Liqueur

30 ml Lemon Juice

20 ml Simple Syrup

1 Egg White

Garnish with an orange slice or a cherry.

How to Make Amaretto Sour

1 . Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker and dry-shake for about 20 seconds. Then add ice and shake until chilled.

2 . Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with an orange slice or a cherry.

What Does an Amaretto Sour Taste Like?

The Amaretto Sour has a sweet and sour taste, with a little bit of bitterness from the Amaretto. Its taste is unique and loved by many people around the world.

When to Serve Amaretto Sour

This is a fairly easy drink to make and it’s the perfect summertime cocktail. In general, you can serve this cocktail any time you want, at a party, on cocktail evening with friends, and more. When we serve this drink we tend to serve it at the end of a meal.