Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative
The Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative is a delightful twist on the classic cocktail, blending the rich, nutty flavor of amaretto with fresh citrus notes.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Highball glass
- 4 ingredients
Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative
Ingredients
- Sour mix2 oz
- Amaretto2 oz
- Tequila2 oz
- Orange juiceAdd splash
Method
- Shake sour mix, tequila and amaretto with ice.
- Strain into highball glass.
- Add a splash of OJ.
- Garnish with orange slice and a cherry.
What you need
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A shaker that seals
Two weighted tins beat three-piece shakers. They chill faster and never jam.
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The coiled spring holds back ice and pulp. Look for a tight coil.
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A Mexican spirit made from blue agave, mostly in Jalisco, and legally limited to five states. Most bottles are around 38 to 40% ABV. Blanco tastes of sweet cooked agave, pepper and citrus. Reposado and añejo pick up vanilla, caramel and oak from the barrel.
See 30 Tequila drinksWhere it comes from
This alternative Stone Sour represents the diverse interpretations within the bartending community as different bars developed their own proprietary versions. The existence of multiple Stone Sour recipes demonstrates the living evolution of cocktail culture and bartender creativity.
Tips from the bar
- Maintain balance between spirit and citrus
- adjust proportions based on preferred sweetness
- chill glassware thoroughly
Twists worth trying
- Light Stone Sour
- A lighter interpretation with reduced amaretto for drier profile
- Deep Stone Sour
- A deeper version with increased almond liqueur and complexity
- Extended Alternative
- A longer drink extended with sparkling water
What to eat with it
- Summer fruits
- Shortcake
- Almond-crusted fish
- Stone fruit jams
- Vanilla panna cotta
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative?
A Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative is made with sour mix, amaretto, tequila, orange juice.
What glass do you use for a Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative?
Serve a Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative in a highball glass.
What does a Amaretto Stone Sour Alternative taste like?
Expect sweet, tangy, nutty.
What can I make with Tequila?
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