The Amaretto Sour is a smooth, sweet-and-tart cocktail that highlights the rich almond flavor of amaretto liqueur, balanced perfectly with bright citrus and a touch of complexity from optional bourbon or egg white. It’s a crowd-pleasing drink that’s both easy to make and hard to resist, offering a silky texture and a beautifully foamy top when shaken with egg white. Perfect for sipping at any occasion, from casual evenings to festive celebrations.

Ingredients (per serving):

• 2 oz Amaretto liqueur
• 1 oz Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 oz Simple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
• 0.5 oz Bourbon (optional, for added depth)
• 0.5 oz Egg white (optional, for a silky texture and foam)
• Garnish: Lemon wheel, maraschino cherry, or orange twist

Instructions:

Dry shake (if using egg white):

In a shaker, combine:

• 2 oz amaretto
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 0.5 oz simple syrup
• 0.5 oz bourbon (optional)
• 0.5 oz egg white (optional)
  Shake vigorously without ice for about 15 seconds to create a nice foam.

Shake with ice:

Add ice to the shaker and shake again for another 10–15 seconds until well chilled.

Strain and serve:

Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice (or serve straight up in a coupe glass if you prefer no ice).

Garnish:

Add a lemon wheel, maraschino cherry, or orange twist for a bright and classic finish.