Almond Joy
Also known as Foxy Lady
The Almond Joy is a light creamy cocktail, creamy and sweet on the palate. Shaken and served in a cocktail glass. Also known as the Foxy Lady.
- 3 min
- Cocktail glass
- Shaken
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 78 out of 100
- Fruity
- 14 out of 100
- Bitter
- 14 out of 100
- Creamy
- 96 out of 100
- Boozy
- 22 out of 100
How to make an Almond Joy
To make an Almond Joy, shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass: ½ oz Amaretto, ½ oz Creme de Cacao and 2 oz light cream.
You'll need
- Amaretto½ oz
- Creme de Cacao½ oz
- Light cream2 oz
Instructions
- 1
Chill a cocktail glass: fill it with ice and water while you mix, then tip it out.
- 2
Add amaretto, creme de cacao and light cream to a cocktail shaker.
- 3
Fill the shaker with ice.
- 4
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds, until the outside is frosty.
- 5
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass.
Why shake? Light cream blends in smoothly only with a hard shake.
Almond Joy questions
What does an Almond Joy taste like?
Mostly creamy and sweet. It's a light drink at about 7% ABV once mixed.
How strong is an Almond Joy?
About 7% ABV after mixing with ice, closer to a beer or glass of wine.
Is a Foxy Lady the same as an Almond Joy?
Yes. Foxy Lady is another name for the Almond Joy; the recipe on this page covers both.
What's the difference between an Almond Joy and an Amaretto and Cream?
Both use Amaretto and light cream. The Almond Joy adds Creme de Cacao.
Should an Almond Joy be shaken or stirred?
Shaken: light cream needs a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
What can I use instead of amaretto?
Orgeat syrup (no alcohol) or Frangelico will work.