Amaretto Sour
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
1 min
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Total Time
1 min
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Servings
1
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Course
Drinks
Amaretto Sour
Description
The Amaretto Sour blends 3 ounces of amaretto liqueur with 2 ounces of sweet and sour mix in an ice-filled shaker before pouring it over crushed ice in a glass. Topping the mix with 7 Up adds a gentle carbonation and a refreshing lift, complementing the nutty sweetness of the amaretto. The drink is garnished with maraschino cherries and an orange wedge, enhancing both its visual appeal and flavor profile with fruity notes.
This cocktail balances the sweetness of the amaretto and the citrus tang from the sweet and sour mix and orange garnish. The addition of 7 Up introduces effervescence, making the drink lighter and more refreshing. Serving it over crushed ice ensures it stays chilled, and the maraschino cherries add a slight additional sweetness and color contrast.
The Amaretto Sour is typically served as a casual cocktail, suitable for social occasions or as a refreshing option during warmer weather. It combines flavors that appeal to those who enjoy sweet, citrus-based mixed drinks.
Ingredients
- 3 oz. amaretto
- 2 oz. sweet and sour mix
- 7 Up
- maraschino cherries
- orange wedges
Instructions
- combine Amaretto and sweet and sour mix in an ice filled shaker
- pour into a glass filled with crushed ice
- top off with 7 Up
- add as many cherries as you'd like
- garnish with orange wedge and cherry