Italian Almond Sour
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A delightful twist on the classic sour cocktail, combining the unique flavor of amaretto with fresh citrus notes for a smooth and refreshing experience.
History
The Italian Almond Sour evolved as a play on traditional sour cocktails, incorporating amaretto to highlight the rich, nutty flavors characteristic of Italian desserts.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Fill a shaker with ice.
Step 2.
- Add 2 oz of amaretto to the shaker.
Step 3.
- Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon (about 1 oz).
Step 4.
- Add 0.5 oz of simple syrup to balance the flavors.
Step 5.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
Step 6.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Step 7.
- Garnish with almond slivers and a twist of lemon peel.
Ingredients
2 oz Amaretto
1 oz Lemon juice — freshly squeezed
0.5 oz Simple syrup
1 tsp Almond slivers (garnish)
1 Lemon Peel — twist (garnish)
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