In the US, where rice syrup is gaining popularity as a substitute for sugar, a 1-kilogram artisanal bottle can reach $140. It's all due to sikhye: a mixture of steamed rice, hot water, and barley ...

Amaretto sours are fairly simple drinks, as the original recipe calls for only three ingredients: amaretto, simple syrup, and lemon ... but even that small amount can take your amaretto sour ...