Props and Styling by Maya Abitbol
Photography by Jacob Hersko

Do we really need an explanation?
I think not.
Drink responsibly.

Simple Syrup

• 2 cups sugar
• 1¾ cups water

For the simple syrup: In a small pot set over high heat, place sugar and water. Stir to dissolve sugar and bring mixture to a boil. Allow to boil for 2 minutes, then remove pot from heat and set aside to cool. (This step can be done up to two weeks in advance).

Place amaretto, 1½ cups simple syrup, and lime juice into a large pitcher. Stir well to combine. Pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish each glass with a slice of lime. Serve immediately, sip, and enjoy!

Amaretto Sour

• 2 cups amaretto
• 1½ cup simple syrup
• 1 cup lime juice (from fresh limes!)
• lime slices, for garnish

Gin + (Grapefruit) Juice

• 2¼ cups dry gin
• 1¾ cups grapefruit juice (fresh is ideal, but I get it…)
• 1¼ cup lime juice (from fresh limes!)
• ¾ cup simple syrup
• 1 cup seltzer
• grapefruit wedges, for garnish

Pour gin, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup into a large pitcher. Stir well to combine. Pour in seltzer, then pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish each glass with a wedge of grapefruit. Serve immediately, sip, and enjoy!

(Originally featured in Family Table, Issue 742)