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Amaretto Sunrise

The Amaretto Sunrise is a light highball, sweet and fruity on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.

Flavor profile

Tart
69 out of 100
Sweet
92 out of 100
Fruity
92 out of 100
Boozy
5 out of 100

How to make an Amaretto Sunrise

To make an Amaretto Sunrise, build over ice in a highball glass: ⅓ oz Amaretto, 4 oz orange juice and ⅓ oz grenadine.

You'll need

1 drink

Pairs well with: Grenadine · All syrups

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour in amaretto, orange juice and grenadine.

  3. 3

    Stir briefly to mix.

Why build it in the glass? Amaretto, orange juice and grenadine only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.

Amaretto Sunrise questions

What does an Amaretto Sunrise taste like?

Mostly sweet and fruity. It's a light drink at about 1% ABV once mixed.

How strong is an Amaretto Sunrise?

About 1% ABV after mixing with ice, closer to a beer or glass of wine.

What's the difference between an Amaretto Sunrise and A Day at the Beach?

Both use Amaretto, orange juice and grenadine. A Day at the Beach uses Coconut rum. The Amaretto Sunrise is built in the glass and served in a highball glass; A Day at the Beach is shaken and served in a highball glass.

What can I use instead of amaretto?

Orgeat syrup (no alcohol) or Frangelico will work.

Can I make Amaretto Sunrises in a batch?

Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 1¾ oz Amaretto, 24 oz orange juice and 1¾ oz grenadine in a jug and chill it. Pour over fresh ice to serve.

What glass do you serve an Amaretto Sunrise in?

A highball glass.