Amaretto Sour
A modern upgrade to the classic Amaretto Sour, nutty, citrusy, and smooth, with bourbon for backbone and optional egg white for a silky, foamy finish.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
1 ½ oz amaretto
¾ oz bourbon
1 oz lemon juice
1 egg white (optional)
1 tsp simple syrup
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a shaker (without ice).
Dry shake vigorously for 30 seconds to froth the egg white.
Add ice and shake again for 30 seconds until well chilled.
Strain into a coupe or highball glass.
Garnish with an Amarena cherry.
Notes from the Bar
The Bourbon Boost
Classic Amaretto Sours can be overly sweet. Adding bourbon gives the cocktail balance, depth, and a warming finish.
Egg White Optional
Egg white adds silky texture and a frothy top, but it’s totally optional. Skip it if you prefer a lighter, faster mix, or swap in aquafaba (chickpea liquid) for a vegan-friendly foam.
Lemon Is Key
Fresh-squeezed lemon juice makes all the difference here. Bottled lemon juice won’t deliver the same brightness.
The Cherry on Top
Amarena cherries are best for garnish. Rich, syrupy, and a far cry from neon maraschinos.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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