Amaretto Sour

The next time you’re looking for an easy-to-make, not-too-boozy dessert cocktail, might I recommend an Amaretto Sour. There are two basic ways to make this classic cocktail; one is simple with only three ingredients and the other is more modern with egg-white added into the mix. Either way I know you will love these amaretto sour recipes as much as I do! If you’ve never had an amaretto sour before here’s what you can expect. Amaretto is an Italian liqueur that tastes like almond and an. This drink is on the sweeter side but still balanced and not too boozy. It’s bright and refreshing flavor makes it the perfect summer drink, but you can enjoy it year round. Related: Mojito, Kentucky Mule, Pisco Sour, Whiskey Sour, Gin Fizz Depending on what you have available in your pantry you can swap the simple syrup and the lemon juice for homemade sour mix. This is a super popular drink with all kinds of fun additions/customizations you can make. Here are a few ideas: While the original amaretto sour was introduced to the mid 1970s it was updated in 2021 by bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler with the addition of bourbon and egg white to create a more boozy, rich cocktail. Cocktails made with egg whites typically have a foamy top. It’s a staple of many vintage cocktails. And while it’s never fully safe to consume raw eggs, it has become a staple of many trendy cocktail menus. One egg white is roughly one ounce of liquid. You only need half an ounce for one serving so it’s best to make this version two at a time—perfect for a party! Amaretto Sours; they are fun, they are sweet, they are delicious. Cheers! Get our FREE recipe guide with our most popular recipes of all time! Our top 25 recipes of all time! Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations. Ratings are a great way to support us; they demonstrate your appreciation for our work and help other users find our best content!