Inspired by Cheerwine’s history and its original recipe’s connection to almond flavoring, Tim Nolan of Fair Witness created a festive spin on the classic amaretto sour that brings the brand’s story full circle. His layered holiday cocktail starts with a base of Cheerwine Holiday Punch, then adds rye whiskey and amaretto sour for bold, warming notes and a balance of sweetness and tartness. Finish with a topping of vigorously shaken salted pineapple juice, adding a tropical element that complements the cherry and almond flavors. The result is a creative combination of cherry, almond, whiskey and pineapple that celebrates Cheerwine’s roots while bringing an unexpected twist to holiday entertaining.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Cheerwine Holiday Punch
- 1½ ounces rye whiskey
- ½ ounce amaretto
- ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1½ ounces pineapple juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Pour the Cheerwine Holiday Punch into a tall glass filled with ice.
- Shake the rye, amaretto, and lemon juice with ice. Slowly strain over the back of a spoon onto the Cheerwine to build the second layer.
- In a separate shaker, hard-shake the pineapple juice and salt with ice until frothy.
- Gently strain over the top, letting the pineapple foam crown the drink.
