
Godmother
Vodka takes the Scotch's place beside amaretto in this two-ingredient rocks drink. Cleaner and softer than the Godfather, with the same nutty warmth.
28% ABVStrongCocktails
Easy
Difficulty
2 min
Time
195 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Vodka
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Amaretto¾ oz
- Vodka1 ½ oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Godmother close to the original.
Instead of Amaretto
- Frangelico— hazelnut instead of almond
- Orgeat— zero-proof almond swap
Instead of Vodka
- Gin— adds botanical notes
- White Rum— a touch sweeter
Instructions
Pour vodka and amaretto into an old-fashioned glass over ice and serve.
Pairs well with
Vodka lets the amaretto lead, so nutty and biscuity bites fit best:
- Biscotti with almonds
- Salted caramel thins
- Toasted hazelnuts
- Cantuccini dipped in chocolate




