If you are looking for a dessert cocktail that is packed with flavor, then look no further than this Toasted Almond Cocktail drink recipe which features the smooth taste of Amaretto and Kahlua to deepen the flavor.
Tips for Making This
Here are my best tips for making this:
- Always use good quality ice
- Swirling to combine is an optional step. Because of the different weights of the liquids, this will do a very cool-looking ombre effect.
- I used a ratio of 1:1:1 on this. You can play around to get a drink that is balanced to your taste buds.
Watch Me Make This (40 Seconds)
Variations of this Cocktail
Here are some simple variations on this cocktail to have it suit your tastes:
- If you are looking to make this dairy-free, you can swap out the half and half for a nondairy option
- Or if you want a stronger drink that is also nondairy, then see if you can find an almond milk liqueur to take the place of the dairy in this recipe
- To make this creamier, use light or heavy cream
- To make this a dessert, use ice cream and pour this over the ice cream like an affogato.
- You could use other nut-flavored liqueurs like Frangelico to make this as well.
How to Make a Toasted Almond Drink
Step 1: Measure out the Amaretto and Kahlua. Pour into a cocktail shaker with ice.
Step 2: Shake to combine and chill.
Step 2: Measure out the half and half, pour into the cocktail shaker. (Optional) Swirl to combine or leave as a very cool looking ombre cocktail.
Step 3: Pour into a cocktail glass. Garnish with slivers of almonds or enjoy plain.
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Toasted Almond Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Amaretto
- 2 ounces Kahlua
- 2 ounces Half and Half
Instructions
- In a shaker with ice add Amaretto and Kahlua and shake until cold.
- Swirl in half and half
- Strain and pour into a class.
Video
Notes
- Always use good quality ice
- Swirling to combine is an optional step. Because of the different weights of the liquids this will do a very cool looking ombre effect.
- I used a ratio of 1:1:1 on this. You can play around to get a drink that is balanced to your taste buds.
Beth says
There is a delicious cocktail I used to get every Christmas at a local restaurant after delivering Christmas gifts. It's called Hot Toasted Almond and had Amaretto, Frangelico, and half and half. After driving all over in cold weather, it was indeed a treat. When they changed staff, they stopped offering the drink. For some reason, I've never tried making it myself but your post inspires me to do so. Both your recipe and the one I used to get are special!!
becomebetty says
Hi Beth! Glad you liked this and thank you so much for the feedback. I really appreciate it!
Karen Reed says
I remember drinking toasted almonds made with Kaluha and amaretto and ice cream..
They came out like a milk shake.
becomebetty says
Thanks for sharing Karen!