Ingredients

  • 1Β½ ozamaretto
  • ΒΎ ozcask strength bourbon(100+ proof preferred)
  • 1 ozfresh lemon juice
  • ΒΌ ozrich simple syrup(2:1 ratio)
  • Β½ ozegg white
  • πŸ‹Brandied cherry and lemon twist(garnish)

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Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker.
  2. Dry shake vigorously without ice for 10 seconds to emulsify egg white.
  3. Add ice and shake again until well chilled.
  4. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
  5. Garnish with a brandied cherry.

πŸ“œ History

Portland bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler famously improved the often-maligned Amaretto Sour by adding bourbon or cask-proof bourbon for backbone and structure. This version has become the gold standard at craft cocktail bars.

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