Dave's Special Adult
Elevate your cocktail game with "Dave's Special Adult," a luxurious and frothy drink that’s perfect for whiskey lovers seeking a sophisticated twist. This expertly crafted recipe combines the richness of whiskey and amaretto with the bright tang of fresh lemon juice and a touch of simple syrup for balanced sweetness. The secret to this indulgent cocktail lies in the use of egg white, which adds a silky, creamy froth achieved through a dry shake technique. Served over ice and garnished with a maraschino cherry and an aromatic strip of orange peel, this drink is not only visually stunning but brimming with complex flavors. Perfect for entertaining or as a personal indulgence, “Dave’s Special Adult” is sure to become your go-to recipe for elegant evenings. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s a standout choice for any lover of handcrafted cocktails.
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Ingredients
- 2 oz whiskey
- 1 oz amaretto
- 0.75 oz lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 1 large egg white
- 1 cup ice
- 1 piece maraschino cherry
- 1 strip orange peel
Directions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients and have a shaker and a rocks glass ready.
Step 2
Add 2 oz of whiskey, 1 oz of amaretto, 0.75 oz of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 0.5 oz of simple syrup, and 1 egg white into a cocktail shaker.
Step 3
Dry shake (shake without ice) the mixture for 15-20 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create a frothy texture.
Step 4
Add 1 cup of ice to the shaker and shake again for 15-30 seconds to chill the cocktail.
Step 5
Strain the cocktail into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 6
Garnish with a maraschino cherry and a strip of orange peel. Express the orange peel by gently squeezing it over the glass to release its oils before adding it to the drink.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (279.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 294.2 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 55.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.3g | |
| Protein 3.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 4.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 76.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories