Amaretto Sour Recipe
Make Amaretto Sour Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Simple Syrup
If you don't have simple syrup, you can make it by combining equal parts of sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely, then let it cool.
- 2
Juice the Lemons
Squeeze fresh lemons to extract 1 oz of lemon juice. Strain to remove any seeds or pulp for a smoother drink.
Mixing
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of amaretto liqueur, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 4
Shake
Add ice cubes to the shaker, cover it tightly, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
Serving
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. The drink should be clear and chilled.
- 6
Garnish
Top the drink with a maraschino cherry and a slice of lemon for an appealing presentation.
