Episode 55 Amaretto Sour
Ep. 55: Amaretto Sour - so good you’ll flip
Welcome to Season 4 episode 55 of The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle
Thanks to Jeffrey Morganthaler, we have a better version of the classic Amaretto Sour. In this episode, we teach you how to make an Amaretto Sour and an Amaretto Flip, 2 drinks you will be eager to drink and proud to serve. Brad goes into the history behind Amaretto and the drink, and Jules teaches us how to make Amaretto at home.
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What do we need for today’s episode?
For Brad’s Amaretto Sour (Morgenthaler version)
Amaretto
Cask-proof bourbon
Freshly squeezed lemon juice
2:1 simple syrup
1 egg white
Ice
Cocktail shaker
Jigger
Double rocks glass
Garnish, lemon twist
For Jules’ Amaretto Flip
Amaretto Liqueur
Cognac, or rye whiskey
Coffee liqueur
Chai syrup
1 whole egg
Ice
Cocktail shaker
Jigger
Coupe glass
Garnish, fresh nutmeg on top!
On today’s episode, we talked about the history of the Amaretto Sour
Here’s some history, get the full history lesson from Brad on the podcast
The Amaretto Sour is a classic cocktail that has been enjoyed for decades. It is known for its sweet and sour flavor profile, combining the almond-flavored liqueur amaretto with the tartness of lemon juice. While the exact origins of the Amaretto Sour are not well-documented, its popularity can be traced back to the mid-20th century.
Amaretto itself has a longer history. The liqueur is made from almonds or apricot pits, which are steeped in alcohol and sugar. Its name is derived from the Italian word "amaro," meaning bitter, reflecting the slightly bitter taste of almonds or apricot kernels.
The Amaretto Sour likely gained popularity in the 1960s and 1970s when cocktails were experiencing a revival, and people were exploring new and creative ways to enjoy alcoholic beverages. The cocktail's appeal lies in its balance of sweetness and tartness, making it a refreshing and accessible choice for a wide range of drinkers.
This week’s tip: How to make homemade Amaretto
Really easy, essentially you make a rich syrup first
1 cup water
1 cup white sugar + ½ cup brown
Bring to a boil until sugar dissolves.
Let cool
Add to a jar the syrup, 2.5 cups of vodka
2 tbsp almond extract
1-2 tsp vanilla extract
That’s it, store it in a cool dark place!
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