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The Irish Bartender · Seamus O'Callaghan

Godfather

A sweet spirit-forward built around whiskey, with the classic proportions and service that make the Godfather endure.

“A Godfather needs balance, not a speech. You've got the balance; I'll spare you the speech.”
Godfather cocktail served in a rocks glass with optional orange peel

WHY THIS DRINK WORKS

The Godfather works because Scotch whisky or bourbon, amaretto meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method built, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.

Makes1 cocktail
Time3 minutes
GlassRocks glass
FinishOptional orange peel

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Scotch whisky or bourbon
  • 1/2 oz amaretto

Make it

  1. Build over ice in a rocks glass.
  2. Stir gently.
  3. Garnish with orange peel if desired.

Behind the bar

  • Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.

KEEP THE BAR OPEN

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