Amaretto Stone Sour
A delightful and refreshing twist on the classic Amaretto Sour. This variation, known as a 'Stone Sour,' incorporates orange juice to add a bright, fruity complexity that perfectly balances the nutty sweetness of the almond liqueur and the tartness of the sour mix.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by toasted almond and bright citrus zest. On the palate, the syrupy nuttiness of the amaretto balances against the acidity of the sour mix and the pulpiness of the orange juice. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied and smooth, ending with a lingering sweet almond and orange finish.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Amaretto1.5 oz
- Sour Mix1.5 oz
- Orange Juice1.5 oz
- Orange1 slice
- Maraschino Cherry1 whole
Preparation
- 1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the Amaretto, sour mix, and orange juice into the shaker.
- 3
Shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels frosty.
- 4
Strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
- 5
Garnish with a slice of orange and a maraschino cherry.
Substitutions
- AmarettoBourbon — This creates a traditional Stone Sour, replacing almond sweetness with oak and vanilla notes.
- Sour MixFresh lemon juice and simple syrup — This provides a sharper, cleaner acidity and a fresher citrus profile than bottled mixes.
- Orange JuicePineapple juice — This swap adds a tropical frothiness and increases the overall sweetness of the drink.
- Maraschino CherryBrandied cherry — A brandied cherry adds a deeper, spiced fruit flavor compared to the bright sweetness of a maraschino.
Variations
Spiced Stone Sour
Add two dashes of aromatic bitters to introduce woodsy spice and reduce the perceived sugar level.
Apricot Stone Sour
Substitute half of the amaretto with apricot brandy to add a stone fruit depth and increase the alcohol content.