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Classic Amaretto Sour Cocktail with Fresh Lemon and Cherry Garnish

This sophisticated amaretto sour combines the sweet, nutty richness of premium amaretto liqueur with fresh lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup to create the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Enhanced with egg white for a silky foam top and garnished with a maraschino cherry and lemon twist, this timeless cocktail delivers restaurant-quality results at home, making it ideal for entertaining, romantic evenings, or any occasion when you want to enjoy a perfectly crafted drink that showcases the distinctive almond flavor of amaretto in its most elegant form.

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Professional Amaretto Sour Crafting Secrets for Perfect Cocktail Balance

Essential Ingredients Selection

Creating Your Masterpiece

Perfect Measurement Technique:
Master the skill of precise measuring for consistent cocktail balance every time.
Proper Shaking Method:
Learn the technique of dry shaking and wet shaking for optimal texture.
Foam Creation Mastery:
Perfect the method of creating silky, stable foam using egg white.
Garnish Presentation:
Master the art of attractive garnishing for professional cocktail appearance.
Balance Adjustment:
Learn optimal techniques for adjusting sweetness and tartness to personal taste.
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The Art of Perfect Amaretto Sour Cocktail Creation

Perfect Measurement Technique
Master the skill of precise measuring for consistent cocktail balance every time.
Proper Shaking Method
Learn the technique of dry shaking and wet shaking for optimal texture.
Foam Creation Mastery
Perfect the method of creating silky, stable foam using egg white.
Garnish Presentation
Master the art of attractive garnishing for professional cocktail appearance.
Balance Adjustment
Learn optimal techniques for adjusting sweetness and tartness to personal taste.
Professional Amaretto Sour Crafting Secrets for Perfect Cocktail Balance
Fresh Citrus: Always use fresh-squeezed lemon juice for bright, clean flavor.
Egg White Safety: Use pasteurized egg whites for food safety and consistent results.
Dry Shake First: Shake without ice first to properly emulsify the egg white.
Quality Amaretto: Premium amaretto makes significant difference in final taste.
Ice Quality: Use fresh, hard ice for proper dilution and temperature control.
Garnish Timing: Add garnishes just before serving to maintain visual appeal.
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Classic Amaretto Sour Cocktail with Fresh Lemon and Cherry Garnish

This sophisticated amaretto sour combines the sweet, nutty richness of premium amaretto liqueur with fresh lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup to create the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Enhanced with egg white for a silky foam top and garnished with a maraschino cherry and lemon twist, this timeless cocktail delivers restaurant-quality results at home, making it ideal for entertaining, romantic evenings, or any occasion when you want to enjoy a perfectly crafted drink that showcases the distinctive almond flavor of amaretto in its most elegant form.

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Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
0 Minutes
Total Time
5 Minutes
Chef
RUY
Category
Cocktail
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Italian-American
Yield
1 cocktail
Dietary
Cocktail Hour, Happy Hour, Evening Drink, Party Perfect
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Ingredients

Custard Cream
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For the Base Spirit:
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2 oz amaretto liqueur
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1/2 oz bourbon whiskey (optional)
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For the Citrus Component:
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1 oz fresh lemon juice
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1/2 oz fresh lime juice (optional)
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For the Sweetener:
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3/4 oz simple syrup
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1/4 oz orgeat syrup (optional)
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For the Foam:
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1 egg white
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Few drops vanilla extract
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For the Garnish:
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1 maraschino cherry
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1 lemon wheel
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1 orange peel twist
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Fresh mint sprig
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For the Rim Enhancement:
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Coarse sugar for rimming
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Lemon wedge for rim prep
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For the Ice:
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Fresh ice cubes
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Large ice cube for serving
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For the Flavor Enhancers:
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2 dashes Angostura bitters
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1 dash orange bitters
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For the Variations:
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1/2 oz cherry juice
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1/4 oz grenadine
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For the Premium Touch:
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High-quality amaretto
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Fresh-squeezed citrus
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For Special Equipment:
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Cocktail shaker
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Jigger
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Strainer
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Rocks glass
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Bar spoon

Instructions

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Chill rocks glass by filling with ice water and setting aside.
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Add amaretto, bourbon (if using), and fresh lemon juice to cocktail shaker.
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Pour in simple syrup and orgeat syrup for enhanced sweetness.
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Add egg white to shaker for silky foam texture.
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Include vanilla extract and bitters for flavor complexity.
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Perform dry shake first without ice for 15 seconds vigorously.
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Add fresh ice to shaker and shake again for 15 seconds.
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Empty chilled glass and add fresh large ice cube.
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Optional: rim glass with sugar using lemon wedge preparation.
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Double strain cocktail into prepared rocks glass over ice.
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Allow foam to settle and form perfect white layer on top.
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Garnish with maraschino cherry and lemon wheel on cocktail pick.
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Express orange peel oils over drink and drop into glass.
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Add fresh mint sprig for aromatic enhancement.
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Serve immediately with cocktail napkin and stirrer.
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For variation, add cherry juice or grenadine before shaking.
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Adjust sweetness by varying simple syrup amount to taste.
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For stronger version, increase amaretto to 2.5 oz.
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Present with additional cherries and lemon wedges on side.
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Enjoy responsibly as part of balanced cocktail experience.