Amaretto Mist
The Amaretto Mist is a strong cocktail, sweet and fruity on the palate. Built and served in a rocks glass.
- 2 min
- Rocks glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Sweet
- 97 out of 100
- Fruity
- 59 out of 100
- Bitter
- 36 out of 100
- Boozy
- 71 out of 100
How to make an Amaretto Mist
To make an Amaretto Mist, build over ice in a rocks glass: 1½ oz Amaretto. Garnish with lime.
You'll need
- Amaretto1½ oz
- Limegarnish
Instructions
- 1
Fill a rocks glass with crushed ice.
- 2
Pour in amaretto.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
- 4
Garnish with a lime wheel.
Why build it in the glass? Amaretto only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Amaretto Mist questions
What does an Amaretto Mist taste like?
Mostly sweet and fruity, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 21% ABV once mixed.
How strong is an Amaretto Mist?
About 21% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
What can I use instead of amaretto?
Orgeat syrup (no alcohol) or Frangelico will work.
What glass do you serve an Amaretto Mist in?
A rocks glass.