AMARETTO SOUR SLUSHY

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The base for this make-ahead frozen cocktail goes in the freezer before serving, so it doesn't require much ice to stay cool. Serve at your next bbq!

Provided by Jeremy Oertel and Natasha David

Categories     Cocktail     Amaretto     Lemon Juice     Orange Juice     Cherry     Drink     Cocktail Party     Backyard BBQ     Summer     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Father's Day     Fourth of July     Labor Day     Memorial Day

Yield Makes 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 oz. amaretto (such as Caffo)
2 oz. fresh lemon juice
1 oz. fresh orange juice
1 oz. simple syrup (1:1)
½ oz. Fernet-Branca, divided (optional)
2 brandied cherries
Special equipment
A 1-pint glass jar; 2 paper cocktail umbrellas

Steps:

  • Combine amaretto, lemon juice, orange juice, and simple syrup in jar. Secure lid and shake to combine. Freeze until ice-cold but not solid, at least 2 hours and up to 5 hours.
  • Transfer cocktail to a blender and add 2 cups ice. Purée on high speed until thick and smooth. (On a hot day, you may need to blend in a few more ice cubes to thicken, but keep in mind that the more you add, the more diluted the drink will be.)
  • Divide cocktail between 2 chilled rocks glasses. Gradually pour ¼ oz. Fernet-Branca over the back of a spoon into each drink if desired. Garnish each with a brandied cherry and paper umbrella.

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