Amaretto Sunset
The Amaretto Sunset is a medium highball, sweet and fruity on the palate. Shaken and served in a highball glass.
- 3 min
- Highball glass
- Shaken
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 44 out of 100
- Sweet
- 93 out of 100
- Fruity
- 84 out of 100
- Bitter
- 20 out of 100
- Boozy
- 43 out of 100
How to make an Amaretto Sunset
To make an Amaretto Sunset, shake with ice and strain into a highball glass: ¾ oz Triple sec, 4½ oz Amaretto and 4 oz cider.
You'll need
- Triple sec¾ oz
- Amaretto4½ oz
- Cider4 oz
Instructions
- 1
Add triple sec, amaretto and cider to a cocktail shaker.
- 2
Fill the shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds, until the outside is frosty.
- 4
Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Why shake? A hard shake chills the drink quickly and blends everything evenly.
Amaretto Sunset questions
What does an Amaretto Sunset taste like?
Mostly sweet and fruity. It's a medium drink at about 13% ABV once mixed.
How strong is an Amaretto Sunset?
About 13% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.
Should an Amaretto Sunset be shaken or stirred?
Shaken: a hard shake chills and dilutes it quickly.
What can I use instead of triple sec?
Cointreau or Grand Marnier will work.
Can I make Amaretto Sunsets in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 4½ oz Triple sec, 27 oz Amaretto and 24 oz cider in a jug and chill it. Add 11 oz of cold water to stand in for the dilution from shaking. Pour over fresh ice to serve.
What glass do you serve an Amaretto Sunset in?
A highball glass.