The Godfather Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
- 1
Measure and chill glass
If you prefer a slightly colder drink, place an old-fashioned glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes. Otherwise proceed with a regular chilled glass.
- 2
- 3
Add ice and stir
Fill the mixing glass with large ice cubes (enough to come near the top, about 3 large pieces). Using a bar spoon, stir the mixture gently but thoroughly for 20–30 seconds until the liquid is well chilled (about 15–25% dilution). Stirring rather than shaking maintains a silky texture and clarity.
- 4
Strain over fresh ice
Remove the chilled old-fashioned glass from the freezer (if used). Place 1–2 large fresh ice cubes or a single large ice sphere in the glass. Strain the stirred cocktail from the mixing glass into the prepared glass over the fresh ice.
- 5
Garnish and finish
Express an orange peel over the drink by holding it with the outer zest facing down and giving it a firm twist to release oils over the surface. Run the peel around the glass rim and drop it into the drink as a garnish.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately. Sip slowly to enjoy the nutty sweetness of the amaretto balanced with the whiskey and bitters.
