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Godfather

Godfather is a strong, sweet and toasty cocktail made with Whiskey, with simple flavor complexity.

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Scotch whisky (blended Scotch)
  • 25 ml amaretto
  • Ice (preferably one large cube)
  • Orange twist (optional)

Method

  1. In a rocks glass (old fashioned) with ice, pour in the whisky and the amaretto.
  2. Stir gently until chilled.
  3. Express the orange twist over the glass, if using.

FAQ

What is in a Godfather?

A Godfather is made with 45 ml Scotch whisky (blended Scotch), 25 ml amaretto, Ice (preferably one large cube) and Orange twist (optional).

Is a Godfather strong?

A Godfather is spirit-forward: little mixer, and the alcohol shows.

When should you serve a Godfather?

A Godfather fits a classic.

What is the bartender tip for a Godfather?

Equal parts (45/45) is the classic and comes out sweet; Disaronno suggests 50 ml whisky to 25 ml amaretto. Here 45/25 balances it without becoming a liqueur. Blended Scotch is the base; bourbon works, but it changes the drink. A large cube dilutes more slowly. No lime and no egg white: this is a stirred duo, not an amaretto sour.

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