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Toasted Almond Cocktail

A creamy, nutty cocktail combining bourbon, amaretto, and heavy cream into a dessert-style drink with a silky texture.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces bourbon or whiskey
  • 0.75 ounces Amaretto liqueur
  • 0.5 ounces heavy cream
  • 0.25 ounces simple syrup
  • Ice cubes
  • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg or ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mason jar with lid
  • Jigger or measuring spoon
  • Bar spoon or long spoon
  • Coupe glass or rocks glass
  • Strainer
  • Ice cube tray or ice

Method
 

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker or mason jar with a generous handful of ice cubes.
  2. Measure and pour 1.5 ounces of bourbon or whiskey into the shaker.
  3. Add 0.75 ounces of Amaretto liqueur to the shaker.
  4. Pour in 0.5 ounces of heavy cream.
  5. Add 0.25 ounces of simple syrup if using for extra balance.
  6. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 to 12 seconds until chilled.
  7. Strain the mixture into a coupe or rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  8. Garnish with a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg or a dusting of ground cinnamon and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture and garnish with nutmeg or cinnamon to enhance the nutty flavor.