Amaretto Stone Sour Cocktail Recipe
The Amaretto Stone Sour is one of our go-to drinks when we want something sweet, citrusy, and easy to make. It blends almond-flavored liqueur with fresh citrus for a smooth, balanced cocktail that’s perfect for casual hangouts or laid-back evenings at home.
Ingredients
- 2 oz amaretto liqueur
- 2 oz orange juice fresh-squeezed is best
- 1½ oz sour mix or equal parts lemon juice and simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- 1 maraschino cherry for garnish
- 1 orange wheel or wedge for garnish
Instructions
- Grab your cocktail shaker, strainer, rocks glass, and some ice.
- Add ice to the shaker, then pour in the amaretto, orange juice, and sour mix.
- Shake well for about 10 to 15 seconds until chilled, then strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and an orange slice or wedge, then serve right away while it’s nice and cold.
Notes
Tips to Make It Even Better
- Use a good-quality amaretto like Disaronno or Lazzaroni for the best flavor.
- Make your own sour mix with equal parts lemon juice and simple syrup. It tastes way fresher than the bottled stuff.
- One big ice cube melts slower than a bunch of small ones and keeps your drink from getting watered down.
- Let the drink sit for about 30 seconds after shaking so the flavors can settle and blend.
- Want to mix it up? Try a fancy cocktail cherry, a dried orange slice, or a light dusting of cinnamon on top.