Amaretto is a classic Italian liqueur that goes great with coffee. Coffee taste and breathtaking aroma, light nutty sweetness and a little alcohol are what make this cocktail the perfect end to the day or addition to lunch. On sale are alcoholic liqueurs and non-alcoholic syrups, toppings with almond flavor or aroma, as well as flavored amaretto coffee. We tell you all about how to make amaretto coffee at home, what the calorie content will be, and what are the features of such a cocktail.
Coffee with amaretto and cream
This is a delicious recipe with a soft, creamy flavor.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 1-2 tablespoons; — amaretto — 20 ml.; - cream - 30 ml; - sugar - 1 teaspoon.
Preparation:
First of all, measure out the required amount of ingredients for cooking. Next, we prepare black coffee, for which we pour coffee into a preheated pot, add water and put it on fire. While the coffee is being prepared, pour amaretto, cream and add sugar into the cup in which the drink will be served. When the coffee is brewed, pour it into cups and stir. That's basically it. Can be served with a piece of aromatic coffee cake.
How is this drink prepared today?
The peculiarity of the cocktail lies in its many variations. The main ingredients remain the same, but various additives are allowed, in the form of ice, cherries, ice cream, cream and chocolate.
Coffee should have a pleasant almond aroma of apricot kernels
There can be as many options as you can think of. If you want to add cardamom to the classic recipe, everything is in your hands. This coffee drink allows and even welcomes creative experiments. The strength of the cocktail can also be adjusted. It all depends on what kind of brewing and roasting you will have for your main product, that is, coffee.
Many recipes contain espresso, which makes the drink rich and quite strong, but, of course, due to additives such as whipped cream, liqueur, sugar, the strength is reduced and the drink acquires a more delicate taste.
As for the alcohol content, this is also not a clear-cut question. There are options with a low liquor content, which does not greatly increase the strength of the drink, while other options include various alcoholic additives. In general, it all depends on your desire
Amaretto coffee with cherries
A unique warming drink with amaretto and a slight cherry flavor, suitable for both company and solo consumption.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 1-2 tsp; — amaretto — 20-30 ml; - cherries - 3-4 pcs.
Preparation:
First, let's prepare all the necessary ingredients. We remove the seeds from the washed cherries. Cherries go well with coffee. Place the estimated amount of coffee in the pot, add water and cook. Place cherries in a cup. Pour in the liquor. Next, add coffee and leave for a couple of minutes. Serve the finished drink.
Coffee with chokeberry and amaretto
Chokeberry, also known as chokeberry, is a very healthy berry, so coffee with the addition of chokeberry acquires a number of beneficial properties.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 1-2 tsp; - chokeberry - 1/2 tbsp. l. berries; — amaretto — 20 ml.
Preparation:
First of all, we send ground coffee to the Turk. For full taste, freshly ground is better. Then we add chokeberry fruits, previously washed and separated from the bunch. Pour in water and put the Turk on the fire. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat. Strain the finished coffee with chokeberries into cups and add liqueur. Let's serve.
Coffee with gooseberries and amaretto
The unique and delicious taste of this warming drink will delight both you and your friends.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 2 tsp; - gooseberries - 3-4 berries; — amaretto — 20 ml.
Preparation:
Pour coffee into the pot. Next, add ripe gooseberries, pour in water and put on fire. After boiling, immediately remove from heat. Strain the finished drink into cups and add liqueur. Mix and serve.
Coffee tiramisu is perfect for this drink.
In cocktails
Representatives of the stronger half of humanity often consider liqueurs to be too weak and too sweet a drink. Therefore, they tend to combine them with other types of distillates
This can be done, but some caution must be observed. Neutral types of alcohol are best suited to coffee liqueur.
What should you drink it with to increase the temperature? High-quality soft vodka is considered an ideal companion. Light rum and gin will also work. Cognac and coffee liqueur will already be rivals. Although there are fans of such a “duet”. But you will completely ruin both types of alcohol if you mix coffee liqueur with whiskey or brandy. Champagne is also not suitable as a companion. Sweet cream-based liqueurs do not like either soda or fruit juices. Therefore, cocktails based on them need to be made correctly.
Coffee with strawberries and amaretto
Strawberries and amaretto give coffee a wonderful taste and magnificent aroma. Worth a try and treat to friends.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 2 tsp; - strawberries - 1-2 berries; — amaretto — 20 ml.
Preparation:
Let's start cooking by pouring ground coffee into a preheated pot. Next we send the washed strawberries, pour in water and put on fire. We prepare it like regular black Turkish coffee. Strain the finished drink into cups and add liqueur.
History of creation
It is difficult to say today whether the history of the appearance of alcohol is true, but according to the producers of the Disaronno Originale brand, the age of the drink is almost 500 years. The Renaissance gave the world not only unique works of art, but also a wonderful drink - amaretto liqueur, which is also associated with painting. The history of the creation of this wonderful liqueur is very interesting.
Bernardino Luini, artist, painted a fresco of the Madonna in Saronno. The master chose a charming innkeeper girl as the model, who did not have the opportunity to thank the artist with money. The beauty presented the master with a decanter of an interesting drink of unusual amber color, with the smell and taste of almonds. The artist liked this gift.
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The peculiarity of the gift was that the aftertaste had a pleasant bitterness. This bitterness gave a special piquancy to the liqueur. This is how the name “slightly writhes” or “amaretto” stuck to it. The first part of the word, "amaro", is very similar to "amore" (love), which brings to mind romantic associations. The girl kept the composition of the drink a secret, which was passed down from generation to generation.
Coffee with blackberries and amaretto
The delicious combination of the taste of ripe blackberries and the heady aroma of amaretto in coffee will be remembered for a long time.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 2 tsp; - blackberries - 2-3 berries; — amaretto — 20 ml.
Preparation:
Pour the calculated amount of ground coffee into the Turk. Next, add blackberries, add water and cook. Now strain the finished blackberry coffee into cups and add liqueur. That's basically it, coffee with blackberries and amaretto is ready.
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Coffee with apricot and amaretto
A wonderful warming drink. Definitely worth cooking for a friendly group.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 2 tsp; — amaretto — 20 ml; - apricot - 2-3 pcs.
Preparation:
Pour coffee into the Turk. Then add the washed and pitted apricots, add water and put the apricot coffee on the fire. Bring to a boil, but do not boil, but remove from heat. Strain the finished drink into a cup and add liqueur. Apricot coffee with amaretto is ready!
Back to the nineties! Two recipes for Amaretto liqueur at home
“Amaretto” is a liqueur with an ancient history, a complex recipe, a pleasant refined aroma and a bitterish original taste. Today we will talk about Italian almond liqueur, and also try to repeat its mysterious recipe in two different ways.
Well, who doesn’t remember all this post-Soviet surroundings: shaven-headed guys with necks like a doctor’s sausage, raspberry jackets, Turkish chocolate, Polish canned sausages, the first Coca-Cola, Hubba-Bubba chewing gum, and in the center of it all - sparkling, an alluring bottle of Amaretto liqueur, captivating with the novelty of the no longer forbidden fruit.
However, it was in vain that we included “Amaretto” among all this dubious splendor.
“Amaretto” is a liqueur with an ancient history, a complex recipe, a pleasant refined aroma and a bitterish original taste.
Its place is not in the sideboard of some tycoon’s busy house, but in the hands of a skilled bartender or simply a connoisseur who can pay tribute to all the unique properties of this elegant drink.
Today we will talk about Italian almond liqueur, find out where it came from and how it is produced, and also try to repeat the mysterious Amaretto recipe at home in two different ways. At the same time, the pits that are left over from apricot wine or liqueurs will come in handy.
How is Amaretto liqueur made?
"Amaretto" in Italian is a diminutive form of the word "Amaro", which means "bitter" - this is the name of all Italian bitters.
Amaretto is made from apricot and almond pits, which are bitter, wild, and rich in hydrocyanic acid. In order for the acid to decompose, the almonds are infused with grape syrup and then distilled.
When making Amaretto at home, almost harmless sweet almonds are used.
Amaretto's distinctive feature is its traditional square bottle. Allegedly, it was created by glassmakers on the island of Murano, especially so that a lover of almond liqueur could even recognize it by touch among dozens of other drinks.
Coffee with kumquat and amaretto
The delicious citrus taste and aroma of amaretto will leave an unforgettable impression of drinking this drink.
To prepare we will need:
— kumquat — 1 pc.; - ground coffee - 1-2 tsp; — amaretto — 20 ml.
Preparation:
We begin the preparation by placing the estimated amount of ground coffee in the Turk. Then add chopped kumquats and add water. Place the Turk on the fire and bring to a boil. And after boiling, immediately remove from heat and let it brew for a couple of minutes. The drink turns out very tender and aromatic. Next, strain into cups and add liqueur. That's all. Coffee with amaretto and kumquat is ready and ready to serve.
Don Amaretto Milano liqueur bottle review
For this review, I bought a 100 ml or 0.1 liter bottle at the Red and White store for a ridiculous price. This is more than enough volume for a liqueur. You can't drink too much at once anyway. And just for a review it’s more than enough.
The design is very recognizable. If you have ever tried Amaretto from any other manufacturer, you will notice and recognize this bottle from afar. Contains water, sugar, alcohol "Lux". This is all classic for any liqueur. But then came the Amaretta features: alcoholized infusions of wormwood and almonds, food flavors “bitter almonds” and “orange essential oil”. As well as natural dye E150d, which is added to cognacs, vermouths and other drinks. Well, citric acid as an acidity regulator. That is, there is nothing chemical or harmful in the composition. So we’re not afraid of anything – open it and try it!
How and with what to drink Amaretto liqueur correctly
It is best to drink Amaretto liqueur in its pure form in small portions from small glasses or special liqueur glasses. If it's too sweet, you can dilute it with water (sparkling or not), as well as milk. Or mix with fine ice, or even ice cream. Well, or use Amaretto liqueur as one of the cocktail ingredients, but I personally don’t like that.
Taste and aroma of Amaretto liqueur
And then in my glass there was a dark brown drink. Very fleshy, thick. It’s understandable – with such and such an amount of sugar! By the way, there is already 350 grams of it per liter. Or 10-14 teaspoons of sugar per standard 200 ml cup of tea, to make it clear how sweet the drink is.
The aroma of the Don Amaretto Milano liqueur was very powerful from the very beginning. Almond made itself known publicly. I really like this nut, so I enjoyed it to the fullest. However, I did not notice any other aromas so clearly. Maybe just an orange. But even then, I think that I might not have been able to distinguish it if I had not read about it in the composition in advance.
In terms of taste, Don Amaretto Milano does not seem too sweet at first. Again, you can feel the almonds, a slight bitterness. There is almost no alcohol felt. Yes, there is only 20% of it here, so the strength is 20 degrees. But later sugar still spoke about himself with extreme specificity!
Coffee with raspberries and amaretto
Try making this delicious warming drink for yourself and your friends sometime. You definitely won't regret it. The combination of raspberries and amaretto in coffee will amaze you to the core and you will definitely want to make coffee using this recipe again and again.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 1-2 tsp; - raspberries - 1 tbsp. l.; — amaretto — 20-30 ml.
Preparation:
Pour the estimated amount of coffee into the Turk, and then follow with raspberries, or fresh frozen ones. Pour in water and put the Turk on the fire. Bring to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Then strain the finished coffee with raspberries into cups and add liqueur. Stir lightly and serve.
Helpful information
- In fact, in order to appreciate and experience the taste and aromatic bouquet of amazing alcohol, you need to take a serious approach to the selection of snacks and know exactly what to drink Amaretto with.
- I also advise you to familiarize yourself with the characteristics and features of the liqueur - Amaretto Disaronno - which is very famous and rightfully appreciated by eminent bartenders who use it as the main component for creating signature cocktails. Its charming almond aroma and pleasant light bitterness make you remember the taste of the legendary dark amber drink forever.
- For those who are brave and determined, I suggest experimenting and trying to make Amaretto from moonshine at home.
Now you are familiar with my own catalog of cocktails with aromatic Amaretto. Its amazing, incomparable taste and nutty aroma allow you to come up with dozens of variations of cocktails with different ingredients, while providing any mixture with unique spicy notes. Happy tasting!
Coffee with blueberries and amaretto
A delicious and warming drink with a light, refreshing blueberry flavor you'll love.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 1-2 tsp; - blueberries - 1 tbsp. l. berries; — amaretto — 20 ml.
Preparation:
Let's start cooking. Pour the calculated amount of ground coffee into the Turk. Next we’ll add mashed blueberries to enhance the flavor. Then add water and put the Turk on the fire. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat. Strain the finished coffee into cups, let it cool a little and pour in the liqueur. Let's serve.
Coffee with blackcurrant and amaretto
A wonderful, delicate warming drink with a pronounced blackcurrant taste will definitely please you and lift your spirits.
To prepare we will need:
- ground coffee - 1-2 tsp; - black currant - 1 tbsp. l. berries; — amaretto — 20 ml.
Preparation:
First of all, pour the required amount of ground coffee into the Turk. Next we will send black currant berries. And then add water and put it on fire. Bring to a boil and immediately remove the Turk from the heat. Strain the finished coffee into cups and add liqueur. Mix lightly. Let's serve.
Irina
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Can Italians be called drunkards because almost every evening they drink a glass of wine before a meal or a shot of liqueur after? More likely no than yes, because they drink in very measured doses and moderation, only for pleasure. When Italians drink, they eat, so the effects of alcohol are counteracted by a fairly substantial meal. At home, once they open a bottle of liquor, they can stretch it out for many weeks. It's like a nice touch to the meal and socializing, not an excuse to get drunk.
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