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Godmother

The Godmother is a very strong vodka spirit-forward cocktail, sweet on the palate. Built and served in a rocks glass.

Flavor profile

Sweet
70 out of 100
Fruity
26 out of 100
Bitter
14 out of 100
Boozy
100 out of 100

How to make a Godmother

To make a Godmother, build over ice in a rocks glass: 1½ oz vodka and ¾ oz Amaretto.

You'll need

1 drink

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a rocks glass with one large ice cube.

  2. 2

    Pour in vodka and amaretto.

  3. 3

    Stir briefly to mix.

Why build it in the glass? Vodka and amaretto only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.

Godmother questions

What does a Godmother taste like?

Mostly sweet, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 31% ABV once mixed.

How strong is a Godmother?

About 31% ABV after mixing with ice, close to a neat spirit.

What can I use instead of amaretto?

Orgeat syrup (no alcohol) or Frangelico will work.

What glass do you serve a Godmother in?

A rocks glass.