I’ve gathered 25 amaretto cocktails that are guaranteed to get your taste buds buzzing. Whether you’re brand new to mixing drinks or just want to revisit a few old favorites, you’re in exactly the right spot.
These nutty, sweet, and sometimes surprising sips are here to shake up your next happy hour. Let’s dive right in.
1. Amaretto Cranberry Kiss
Think of the classic Cape Cod, then give it a gorgeous amaretto upgrade. This kiss blends amaretto, cranberry juice, and fresh orange juice for layers of flavor.
You get that sweet almond richness, a tart cranberry snap, and a sunny citrus pop all in one sip. It’s so much more interesting than the original, and I can’t get enough.
2. Banana Amaretto Cocktail
Bananas, coffee, and almond notes come together in this crazy good frozen sipper. It’s creamy and dreamy, blending Baileys, banana liqueur, amaretto, cream, and milk.
I’m literally counting down to the weekend just thinking about it. Decadent doesn’t even begin to cover it.
3. Amaretto Sidecar
The classic Sidecar usually leans on cognac, but I’ve swapped in amaretto for a gentler, nuttier take. This version still has that bright orange liqueur and lemon juice, but it’s easier on the palate and way more my speed these days.
It’s the perfect middle ground when you want a little kick without the full punch. I’ve been reaching for this one over and over.
4. Amaretto Orange Margarita
A classic margarita gets a cheerful orange upgrade, and oh boy, is it good. Amaretto and orange juice work together to bring a sweet nuttiness and a hit of bright citrus.
It’s the same tequila lime backbone but with a whole new personality. This one’s pure fun in a salt rimmed glass.
5. Blood Orange Amaretto Cocktails
Not into cloying cocktails? This blood orange beauty might just steal your heart.
It brings together vodka, amaretto, blood orange juice, and a little lemon syrup for a drink that’s crisp and bright. It’s like an amaretto sour that took a trip to the citrus grove, with a gorgeous ruby hue and a tangy finish. I’m telling you, it’s a real stunner.
6. Dirty Dr. Pepper Cocktail
This one’s a little bit of magic: it tastes just like a boozy Dr. Pepper, but there’s not a drop of Dr. Pepper in it. I was just as surprised as you are.
The secret is amaretto, cinnamon alcohol, and, wait for it… Coca-Cola. It’s weird and wonderful and I’m totally here for it.
7. Bocce Ball
Happy hour just got a whole lot brighter with this bocce ball. Vodka, amaretto, orange juice, and a splash of soda water make it fizzy and refreshing.
The almond and citrus combo is playful and light, and those little bubbles keep every sip interesting. It’s the ultimate summer sipper.
8. Italian Margarita
A classic margarita gets a beautiful Italian makeover with just a splash of amaretto. I promise, the flavor is out of this world.
Tequila and lime join forces with orange juice (standing in for triple sec) and amaretto, creating something sweeter and layered with that warm roasted almond note. Italy and Mexico, doing delicious things together.
9. Coconut Amaretto Cocktail
Coconut lovers, this one’s for you. Coconut cream, coconut rum, and coconut water all gang up with amaretto for a drink that’s unapologetically coconut forward.
It’s creamy, dreamy, and totally habit forming. Just a heads up, the ingredient list also calls for a couple less familiar stars like orgeat syrup and tangelo, but trust me, they’re worth seeking out.
10. Sweet and Sour Amaretto Orange Cocktail
I love a good sweet and sour moment, and this one delivers in spades. It takes all the familiar notes of a classic amaretto sour and gives them a juicy citrus twist.
You’ve still got the amaretto and sweet and sour mix, but orange juice steps in for the soda, making it extra bright and tangy. The result is just as delicious as you’d hope, with a vibrant pucker that keeps me coming back.
11. Amaretto Aloha Cocktail
This drink is basically a tropical vacation in a glass. Pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and amaretto come together so light and refreshing that you’ll feel that ocean breeze with every sip.
It’s dangerously easy to drink, so don’t blame me if one turns into three. Honestly, it’s worth every single sip.
12. Snowball
Dessert in a glass just found its ultimate form. This Snowball is pure creamy decadence: amaretto, vanilla ice cream, and milk blended until thick and snowy white.
It’s like the adult milkshake of your dreams, so pretty and luxurious. I don’t know how anyone could resist it.
13. Eggnog Amaretto Cocktail
Holiday season just isn’t complete without eggnog, and a splash of amaretto takes it right over the top. I love how the nutty liqueur makes it extra festive and cozy.
A dusting of nutmeg and a cinnamon sugar rim seal the deal. This is basically Christmas in a glass.
14. Godfather Cocktail
Simple and sophisticated, the Godfather is exactly the kind of drink you can’t say no to. Just scotch whisky and amaretto over ice, and it’s magic.
The sweet almond liqueur softens the smoky whisky in the most irresistible way. I love how effortless yet elegant this one feels.
15. Amaretto Coffee
Coffee and amaretto are a match made in heaven, and this simple drink is all the proof you need. I just pour a shot of amaretto into my morning cup and suddenly it’s a cozy, holiday worthy treat.
The nutty liqueur wraps around the rich coffee in the most comforting way. It’s my favorite little trick for turning any old cup of joe into something special.
16. Nilla Wafer Martini
This martini tastes exactly like a boozy glass of Nilla wafers, and I’m not mad about it. Just vanilla vodka and amaretto, nothing else, so those two flavors get all the spotlight.
The vanilla and almond swirl together in such a cozy, nostalgic way. It’s dessert in a glass, and I’m obsessed.
17. Apricot Amaretto Cocktail
Fun fact: some amarettos get that nuttiness from apricot pits, so pairing them makes total sense. This cocktail proves it with fresh apricots, amaretto, lemon juice, a bit of sugar, and even a hint of oregano.
The result is completely unique and surprisingly harmonious. It’s not something you see every day, and that’s exactly why I love it.
18. Strawberry Amaretto Smash
Fresh strawberries meet roasted almond goodness in this bright summer sipper. It looks like it would be cloying, but the balance is spot on.
Simple syrup, lemon juice, amaretto, and rum come together for a smash that’s equal parts sweet and tart. It’s basically my sunshine in a glass.
19. Amaretto by Morning
Tired of the same old mimosas? This amaretto by morning might just become your new brunch bestie.
Amaretto, apple juice, and frozen peaches sound like an odd trio, but together they’re pure perfection. It’s fruity and refreshing, with that signature nutty backbone. I’m telling you, it’s a total game changer.
20. The Godmother
For my vodka loving friends, the Godmother is the answer. It swaps out the scotch in the classic Godfather for vodka, keeping that lovely sweet roasted almond flavor.
Without the whisky’s smoke, you’ll pick up delicate hints of citrus and spice instead. It’s the same easy elegance, just a little lighter and brighter.
21. Very Cherry Amaretto Sour
If the classic sour leans a little too puckery for you, this cherry kissed version is the answer. Cherry juice and grenadine add a lovely depth and just enough sweetness to round things out.
Almonds and cherries are a duo that simply belongs together, and this cocktail proves it in the most delightful way. I’m completely smitten.
22. Amaretto Stinger
This amaretto stinger puts a nutty twist on a very old classic. The original stinger paired creme de menthe with brandy, but here I use amaretto instead for that almond warmth.
It dates back to the 1890s and really shined during Prohibition because the minty liqueur could mask any rough spirits. History in a glass, and it still tastes pretty darn good.
23. Amaretto Julep
Picture a mint julep and a Godfather cocktail meeting in the middle, and you’ve got this amaretto julep. I find it even more enjoyable than either on its own.
It’s a simple mash up of scotch whisky, amaretto, bitters, and fresh mint that just works. Every sip is a little bit smoky, a little nutty, and totally unforgettable.
24. Amaretto Sunrise
Okay, this cocktail is almost too gorgeous to sip, with those swoon worthy ombre layers. But snap your photos quickly because you’ll want to dive right in.
It’s a blend of amaretto, peach nectar, peach schnapps, and grenadine that tastes as dreamy as it looks. I mean, a sunrise in a glass? Yes please.
25. Classic Amaretto Sour
If you only make one amaretto cocktail, let it be this timeless sour. It’s about as easy as it gets: just amaretto, sweet and sour mix, and a splash of lemon lime soda.
The three ingredients come together in a crisp, bright sip that’s equal parts nutty almond and zippy citrus. I love how refreshing and unfussy this one is, perfect for a sunny afternoon.
