This easy amaretto martini is the best drink for a summer evening. It takes less than 10 minutes to make using amaretto, vodka, peach nectar and simple syrup. A sweet, fruity martini with the perfect balance of peach and almond flavors.
If you love amaretto drinks, try this amaretto sunrise or this amaretto hot chocolate.
For other martinis, try this raspberry martini, strawberry martini, or this chocolate espresso martini.
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Why this is the best amaretto martini
- Peach + Amaretto. This is always a great combination of flavors. The peach complements the sweet almond flavor of the Amaretto perfectly.
- It’s a sweet martini. If you like strong, classic martinis, this may not be the martini for you. This martini is more like a sweet cocktail. The flavor of the amaretto comes through, but not so much that it just tastes like alcohol.
- It’s easy to make. It takes less than 10 minutes to make, including the time for the homemade simple syrup.
Ingredients
- Peach Nectar: Use a high quality peach nectar for this cocktail. Avoid overly sugary and artificially flavored peach juices.
- Amaretto: There are many brands of amaretto. Use your favorite type.
Instructions
First make the simple syrup. Heat the sugar and water on a saucepan over low to medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue to heat the mixture until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool for a couple minutes.
Add the amaretto, vodka, peach nectar, simple syrup and a handful of ice to a cocktail shaker. Shake well, strain and serve.
FAQ
Amaretto is a sweet Italian liqueur. It can be made with peaches, almonds or apricots. There are many different brands of amaretto, but Disaronno is probably the most common name brand.
No. Amaretto doesn’t need to be refrigerated to prevent it from going bad. However, you can chill amaretto in the fridge before drinking it if you prefer.
Expert Tips
- Chill the martini glasses. This drink tastes even better when served in chilled glasses. If you have the time, chill the martini glasses in the freezer for 30 minutes before serving.
- If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, use a mason jar. Add the ingredients and ice to a mason jar, seal it and shake well. Then pour the cocktail through a strainer before serving.
- Store leftover simple syrup in the fridge. You will have extra simple syrup from this recipe. Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a few weeks. You can use simple syrup in many other cocktails.
📖 Recipe
Amaretto Martini
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2 cocktails 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This easy amaretto martini is the best drink for a summer evening. A sweet martini with the perfect balance of peach and almond flavors.
Ingredients
- Simple Syrup:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- Amaretto Martini:
- 4 oz peach nectar
- 1 oz amaretto
- ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz simple syrup
Instructions
- Make the simple syrup: On a small saucepan, heat the sugar and water on medium heat. Stir occasionally. Continue to heat for about 5 minutes until the sugar has completely dissolved. Don’t boil the syrup. As soon as the sugar has dissolved, remove the pan from the stove and let the syrup cool for a few minutes.
- Make the martini: Add the peach nectar, amaretto, vodka and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well for 5 to 7 seconds until the outside is frosted. Strain and serve. Enjoy responsibly!
Notes
- Double the recipe: This recipe makes enough for one small, average size martini (3 oz). If you want, double the recipe for a 6 oz martini.
- Store leftover simple syrup in the fridge. You will have extra simple syrup from this recipe. Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a few weeks. You can use simple syrup in many other cocktails.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 17.7g
- Sodium: 6mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18.7g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Vanessa
I love trying new cocktails! This one sounds amazing - can't wait to make it this weekend!
Carrie Robinson
This would be a nice change-up from my usual gin martini. Love the color! 🙂