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Godfather (recipe No. 2)

A sweet and bitter whiskey cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 30.7%

Ingredients

~223 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Blended Scotch whiskyBlended Scotch whisky60 ml
  • Amaretto liqueurAmaretto liqueur30 ml

Garnish

  • Orange twistOrange twist

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Stir all ingredients with ice: Blended Scotch whisky 60 ml · Amaretto liqueur 30 ml
  3. Strain into the ice-filled glass (preferably over a large cube or chunk of block ice)
  4. Express an orange twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

A simple yet bold blend from the 1970s, the Godfather pairs Scotch whisky with sweet, nutty amaretto. This no-fuss cocktail exudes warmth and richness, ideal for relaxed evenings or after-dinner indulgence. Its smooth combination highlights the interplay between smoky whisky and almond sweetness. The Godfather carries a quietly confident aura, perfect forcontemplative moments. It feels like a stylish, timeless statement in a glass.

Tags

  • Whiskey
  • Old Fashioned
  • North America
  • Nightcap
  • After work
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Bitter

Tags

  • Whiskey
  • Old Fashioned
  • North America
  • Nightcap
  • After work
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Sweet
  • Bitter

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