Godfather
A simple, boozy sipper pairing Scotch whisky with sweet, nutty amaretto over ice.
Base
whiskey
Glassware
Rocks glass
Flavor Profile
sweetstrong
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Scotch whisky
- 0.75 oz amaretto
Instructions
- 1Fill a rocks glass with ice.
- 2Add Scotch and amaretto.
- 3Stir gently and serve.
Origin & Story
United States, 1970s
It rose to popularity in the 1970s, reportedly named for its ties to the hit film franchise and beloved for how few ingredients it takes to make something this smooth.
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