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Amaretto Fizz

The Amaretto Fizz is a medium cocktail, fruity and tart on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.

Flavor profile

Tart
75 out of 100
Sweet
67 out of 100
Fruity
84 out of 100
Bitter
7 out of 100
Boozy
33 out of 100

How to make an Amaretto Fizz

To make an Amaretto Fizz, build over ice in a highball glass: 1⅓ oz Amaretto, 2 oz orange juice and 5 oz white wine. Garnish with orange peel.

You'll need

1 drink

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour in amaretto, orange juice and white wine.

  3. 3

    Stir briefly to mix.

  4. 4

    Garnish with an orange twist.

Why build it in the glass? Amaretto, orange juice and white wine only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.

Amaretto Fizz questions

What does an Amaretto Fizz taste like, and is it sweet?

Yes, it's on the sweet side: it's mostly fruity and tart. It's a medium drink at about 10% ABV once mixed.

How much alcohol is in an Amaretto Fizz?

About 10% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.

What can I use instead of amaretto?

Orgeat syrup (no alcohol) or Frangelico will work.

What glass do you serve an Amaretto Fizz in?

A highball glass.