Amaretto Sour

We made a round of these the other day and I was reminded how this drink checks all the boxes of everything I love in a good whiskey cocktail this time of year. The sweet almond notes of the Amaretto mix beautifully the rich depth of the bourbon, creating a warm base for the cocktail that’s perfectly balanced with a bright zing of fresh lemon juice and a frothy egg white topping. If you lean towards a sweeter cocktail, you can add in an extra splash of maple or simple syrup. Or, my favorite, include a few dashes of bitters for extra aromatics. Garnish with a lemon zest and a Luxardo cherry or two, and this lovely cocktail will be ready to enjoy in minutes!

It’s one of those cocktails that’s always such a crowd-pleaser whenever we offer up a round. So the next time you’re craving a cozy cocktail to warm up, bring out the bourbon and let’s make some amaretto sours!

• 1 1/2 ounces amaretto liqueur
• 3/4 ounce bourbon
• 1 ounce freshly-squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup or simple syrup (optional)
• 1 dash Angostura bitters (optional)
• 1/2 ounce egg white
• ice
• garnishes: lemon twist and Luxardo cherry