Amaretto Sour Ingredients

• 1.5 oz (45 ml) Amaretto Liqueur
• 1 oz (30 ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
• 0.5 oz (15 ml) Simple Syrup
• 0.5 oz (15 ml) Egg White (optional)
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters (optional)
• Ice Cubes

How to Make the Perfect Amaretto Sour

1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
2. Add 1.5 oz of amaretto liqueur, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz of simple syrup, and 0.5 oz of egg white (if using) into the shaker.
3. Dry Shake (without ice) the ingredients for about 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
4. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for another 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
5. Strain the mixture into an Old Fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
6. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on top (if using), allowing it to float on the foam.
7. Garnish with a lemon twist or a cherry.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Amaretto Sour.

The Origin and History of the Amaretto Sour Cocktail

The Amaretto Sour is a beloved cocktail that emerged in the mid-20th century, gaining popularity in the 1970s. It combines the Italian almond-flavored liqueur amaretto with the classic elements of a sour: citrus and sweetness. The cocktail offers a harmonious blend of sweet and tart flavors, making it an approachable and enjoyable drink for many.

While the exact origin is unclear, the Amaretto Sour is a variation of the traditional Whiskey Sour, substituting whiskey with amaretto. Over time, bartenders have refined the recipe, adding ingredients like egg white for texture and bitters for complexity, elevating it from a simple mixed drink to a crafted cocktail.

Variations of the Amaretto Sour Recipe