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A True Amaretto Sour recipe - Cocktail served in a Old-fashioned glass
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A True Amaretto Sour

Serve in a Old-fashioned glass

Ingredients

  • Amaretto
    1 jigger
  • Lemon
    Juice of 1/2
  • Ice
    To taste
  • Maraschino cherry
    To taste

Instructions

Rub the rim of an old fashioned glass with lemon, and dip repeatedly into granulated sugar until it has a good "frosted" rim. Shake a jigger of Amaretto with the juice of 1/2 a lemon. Strain into glass and add ice. Garnish with a Marachino Cherry.

Expert Tips

Expert Tips

Glassware Tip

Use a large ice cube or sphere instead of regular ice. It melts slower, providing proper dilution without watering down your drink too quickly.

Fresh Citrus Tip

Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.

Presentation Tip

Garnishes aren't just decorative - they add aroma and can be eaten to complement the drink. Match your garnish to key flavors in the recipe for a cohesive experience.

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