What's the Best Recipe for an Amaretto Sour?
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Discussion Overview
This thread explores various cocktail recipes, with a specific interest in the Amaretto Sour. Participants share their personal experiences with different drink recipes suitable for social gatherings and discuss how to showcase products during demonstrations.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
Main Points Raised
- One participant is looking for sipping recipes for a show, specifically those that include alcohol.
- Another participant suggests a variety of cocktails, including Margaritas and Mudslides, and mentions a website for drink recipes.
- Several participants share detailed recipes for cocktails like Cosmopolitans, Chocolate Martinis, and Mai Tais, emphasizing the use of quick stir pitchers for larger gatherings.
- One participant expresses a personal fondness for Amaretto Sours and requests the recipe, sharing their limited consumption of the drink.
- Another participant mentions the PC Sparkling Sangria as a good option for non-drinkers and shares their experience making it with regular wine.
- One participant highlights the effectiveness of the Ultimate Slice and Grate tool for garnishing drinks, noting its popularity at shows.
- Another participant provides a personal recipe for Amaretto Sour, suggesting variations and comparisons to other sour cocktails.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
No clear consensus emerges regarding a specific recipe for the Amaretto Sour, as participants share varying personal experiences and preferences for different cocktails.
Contextual Notes
Participants are sharing personal experiences and recipes in the context of preparing for social events and product demonstrations, focusing on cocktails that can be made without a blender.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for cocktail recipes to use during shows or events may find the shared experiences and suggestions helpful.
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Cosmopolitans
3 shots of vodka
1 1/2 shot of triple sec
1/4 cup of cranberry juice
1/4 cup of lime juice
put a little crushed ice in there, and mix garnish with a little wedge of lime!
Choc. Martini
4 shots of vodka
2 shots of dark crm de cocco
mix as above use cherry and choc curls to garnish
Apple Martini
3 shots of Vodka
3 shots of sour apple Liquer
mix as above use cherry to garnish
All the martini recipes can be made in quick stir pitcher for larger crowds, just make sure you use the same ratios.
Madori Sour
Use quick stir pitcher with 1/3 crushed ice
1/2 a bottle of madori
1 cup of OJ
Fill quick stir pitcher w/ Sweet and sour mix
Garnish with a cherry
Mai Tai
Start the same as above w/ ice
2 1/2 cups of Malibu rum
1/3 cup of grenadine
4 cups of mai tai mix
mix pour into glasses
float myers rum (any dark rum) across the top
garnish with lime wedge, cherry, lemon wheel or pinapple wheel
Margaritas
Start the same w/ ice
Fill the pitcher a 1/3 of the way w/ tequila
1 cup of triple sec
fill the rest of the pitcher with sweet and sour, margarita mix, or lime sour mix.
use citrus press to squeeze a little lime juice into small square plate. Use prep bowl or another small square for salt. Dip cups in lime juice, then in salt for salted rim, and garnish with a squeeze of lime.
Sex on the beach
use quick stir pitcher w/ ice
3 cups of vodka
3 cups of peach snaps
1 cup of cranberry juice
fill the rest w/ oj
mix and garnish with a cherry.
If you have an idea for other recipes I can give it to you, I bartended for 6 years.
I was trying to use recipes that we can show off our products and not a blender.
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Also, I sold an US&G at a show a while ago because the host asked if I had something to slice a lime for a Cosmo. and I happened to throw the US&G in at the last minute. The guest was so impressed by how well it sliced the lime that she bought one!
I almost always bring mine along now...just in case!Julie Myers
Denver, PA
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If you are making a pitcher in the quick stir pitcher simply substitute Amaretto for Madori. All sours are made the same just with different liquers. If making it for yourself 1 1/2 shots of amaretto a slpash of OJ, and about a 1/2 cup 2/3 cup of sweet and sour mix depending on how strong you like your sour. Now you can make whisky sours as well using your favorite whiskey ( I personally like southern comfort because it is already sweeter)
Frequently Asked Questions
What ingredients do I need for an Amaretto Sour?
To make an Amaretto Sour, you will need the following ingredients: 1 1/2 ounces of Amaretto liqueur, 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice, 1/2 ounce of simple syrup (optional, depending on your sweetness preference), and ice. You can also garnish with a lemon slice or a cherry if desired.
How do I prepare an Amaretto Sour?
To prepare an Amaretto Sour, fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the Amaretto, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake well until the mixture is chilled. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon slice or cherry if you like.
Can I make an Amaretto Sour without simple syrup?
Yes, you can make an Amaretto Sour without simple syrup. The Amaretto itself is quite sweet, so if you prefer a less sweet drink, you can simply omit the simple syrup and adjust the lemon juice to your taste.
What variations can I try for an Amaretto Sour?
There are several variations you can try for an Amaretto Sour. You can add a splash of orange juice for a fruity twist, or substitute the lemon juice with lime juice for a different flavor profile. Some people also enjoy adding a dash of bitters for added complexity.
Is there a way to make a non-alcoholic version of an Amaretto Sour?
Yes, you can create a non-alcoholic version of an Amaretto Sour by using almond syrup or almond extract mixed with lemon juice and simple syrup. Combine these ingredients with ice and shake well, then strain into a glass for a refreshing mocktail.
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