Godfather
Cocktail Recipe

Sweet

Rich

Nutty

Let's make an offer you can't refuse - the recipe for a classic whisky cocktail that's simple to make but full of layered flavours. The Godfather will see you now.

Ingredients

Whisky
1.5oz
Amaretto
0.25oz
Ice

Number of servings

Equipment

Rocks glass
Mixing glass
Spoon

Bartender tip: Use large cubes of ice in the mixing glass and rocks glass. The smaller the ice, the quicker it will melt and affect the flavour of the cocktail.

Someone stirring a whisky cocktail in a mixing glass.

Method

STEP 01

For

Add the whisky and amaretto to a mixing glass filled with ice.

STEP 02

Stir

Stir the mixture to combine.

STEP 03

Strain

Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.

Popularised in the 1970s, the Godfather reflects a time when cocktails became simpler and bolder. Amaretto softens whisky's edge with almond sweetness, creating a drink that is rich and direct.

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