Seed Oil Free Classic Amaretto Sour
Few cocktails hit the sweet-tart balance quite like a well-made amaretto sour, and this version is genuinely hard to beat. The combination of amaretto and bourbon gives it a nutty, caramel-kissed depth that a single-spirit pour just can't match. Fresh lemon juice keeps things bright and lively, while a touch of simple syrup rounds out any sharp edges without tipping into cloying territory. The real magic is the pasteurized egg white — dry-shaking it first builds that signature silky foam that floats on top like a cloud, making every sip feel a little luxurious. Cocktails are one of those places where seed oils are genuinely a non-issue, and every ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like: spirits, citrus, a little sweetener, and nothing hidden. Double-straining into a rocks glass over fresh ice gives you a clean, beautiful pour with that distinct foam layer sitting right on top. Finish it with a Luxardo cherry and a twist of lemon peel, and you've got a cocktail that looks as good as it tastes.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
1 serving
- 1 ½ oz amaretto
- ¾ oz bourbon
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- ¼ oz simple syrup
- 1 pasteurized egg white
- large ice cubes, for shaking and serving
- 1 luxardo maraschino cherry, for garnish (optional)
- 1 lemon half-wheel or expressed lemon peel, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the amaretto, bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and pasteurized egg white in a cocktail shaker without ice. Seal and dry-shake vigorously for 15 seconds, until the mixture sounds thick and frothy.
- 2
Add a generous handful of large ice cubes to the shaker. Seal and shake hard for another 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is very cold and frosted.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!