Cherry Amaretto Sour
A perfectly balanced cocktail featuring tart cherry notes, almond sweetness, and a citrusy zing. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces amaretto (e.g., Disaronno)
- 1 ounce cherry juice or maraschino cherry syrup
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
- Orange slice (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Measure out 2 ounces of amaretto, 1 ounce of cherry juice, 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup (optional).
- Add all the ingredients along with a handful of ice cubes to a cocktail shaker. Secure the lid tightly.
- Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the shaker feels icy cold to the touch.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice or serve it neat in a coupe glass for a more elegant presentation.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and an orange slice for a pop of color and extra flavor.
- Sip and savor your perfectly balanced Cherry Amaretto Sour!
Notes
[‘Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by tasting as you go. Skip simple syrup if using sweetened cherry juice or maraschino syrup.’, ‘Chill your glass before serving for an extra-refreshing cocktail.’, ‘Shake vigorously to blend flavors and chill the drink properly.’, ‘Garnish with maraschino cherries and orange slices for added flavor and visual appeal.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
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