Amaretto Sour Slushy

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Jeremy Oertel and Natasha David

Makes 2

Source

Ingredients

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

A 1-pint glass jar; 2 paper cocktail umbrellas

Method

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.