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.

Does amaretto need to be refrigerated?

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.

Amaretto Martini - The Littlest Crumb

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

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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

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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