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Preparation
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Godfather is a type of cocktail that blends Scotch whiskey and Amaretto. Drink has a warm spicy flavor with a hint of sweetness, making it extremely easy to drink. Join TasteVN to the kitchen to check out the recipe right now!
Ingredients for Godfather Cocktail For 1 person
Scotch Whisky 45 ml Amaretto 30 ml
Information about types of alcohol
What is Scotch Whisky?
- Scotch whisky is a type of alcohol made from malt or grain (or a mixture of both) produced in Scotland. This type of alcohol is aged in oak barrels for at least 3 years and has an alcohol content of up to 40%.
- Scotch whisky is divided into five distinct types: single malt Scotch whisky, single grain Scotch whisky, blended malt Scotch whisky, blended grain Scotch whisky, blended Scotch whisky.
What is Amaretto?
- Amaretto is a type of liqueur originating from Saronno, Italy, made from common ingredients such as the pits of apricots or almonds, sometimes both.
- Although Amaretto is primarily made from apricot pits, it has a sweet flavor reminiscent of cherries.
You can purchase both Scotch Whisky and Amaretto at cocktail ingredient stores or reputable e-commerce websites. When buying, be sure to check that the packaging, label, and bottle cap are intact, and check the expiration date to ensure the quality of the alcohol.
Tools needed
Rocks Glass, spoon, strainer,…
How to make Godfather Cocktail
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Mix the cocktail
First, add some ice cubes into the glass, 45ml of Scotch Whisky, 30ml of Amaretto, then stir well for about 10 – 15 seconds to combine.
Prepare a Rocks glass with some ice (about 2/3 of the glass), then pour the mixed cocktail into this glass through a strainer to remove the old ice, and it’s done.
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Final product
The Godfather Cocktail has a shimmering golden color that is eye-catching. When tasting, you will feel the spicy, warm flavor from the Scotch whisky intertwined with a light sweetness reminiscent of cherry from the Amaretto, extremely delicious.
What is the Godfather Cocktail?
- The Godfather Cocktail is a drink made from a mixture of Scotch Whisky and Amaretto. Typically, the drink is served on the rocks in a Rocks glass.
- This drink is the favorite cocktail of American actor Marlon Brando, known for his leading role in the famous film The Godfather by Mario Puzo. This may be the reason many people refer to this drink as the Godfather.
So you have completed the delicious, strong, and incredibly enticing Godfather Cocktail that captivates every time you enjoy it. TasteVN hopes you can successfully make this super simple drink right at home!
*Source for the recipe and images from the YouTube channel Cooktube
