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Amaretto Stone Sour

The Amaretto Stone Sour combines almond liqueur with fresh citrus, simple syrup, and optional stone fruit depth for a balanced, refreshing cocktail.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Cocktail
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces amaretto liqueur
  • 0.75 ounces fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 ounces simple syrup
  • 0.25 ounces peach schnapps or peach nectar optional
  • 1 egg white optional
  • Ice cubes for shaking
  • Lemon wheel or twist for garnish
  • Almond sliver or cherry for optional garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring spoon set
  • Strainer
  • Bar spoon
  • Juice squeezer or citrus reamer
  • Rocks glass or coupe glass
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Ice

Method
 

  1. Chill your rocks or coupe glass in the freezer for at least five minutes.
  2. Measure 1.5 ounces amaretto, 0.75 ounces fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 ounces simple syrup into your shaker.
  3. If using egg white, add it to the shaker before adding ice.
  4. Dry shake all ingredients for about ten seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  5. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for another ten to fifteen seconds until the shaker is frosted and cold.
  6. Strain the cocktail into the chilled glass over fresh ice or serve up without ice.
  7. Express a lemon peel over the drink to release citrus oils and add garnish.
  8. Garnish with a lemon wheel and optional almond sliver or cherry, then serve immediately.

Notes

Serve immediately at peak temperature and texture. Fresh ingredients and proper shaking ensure balance and foam.