Roasted Toasted Almond Blend (Printable)

A smooth blend featuring amaretto, coffee liqueur, milk, and toasted almond garnish for rich flavor.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Spirits

01 - 1 fl oz amaretto liqueur
02 - 1 fl oz coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)

→ Dairy

03 - 2 fl oz whole milk or cream

→ Garnish

04 - 1 tbsp sliced almonds, lightly toasted

# How-To Steps:

01 - Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes.
02 - Pour amaretto and coffee liqueur over the ice.
03 - Add milk or cream into the glass.
04 - Gently stir the mixture until well blended.
05 - Top the cocktail with the toasted almond slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert in a glass but takes just five minutes to make, perfect for those nights when you want something special without the fuss
  • The toasted almonds add a sensory richness that makes people think you've spent hours on this, when really you've just learned a simple trick
  • It's the kind of drink that works equally well as an after-dinner treat or a conversation starter at a small gathering
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  • The temperature of your cream matters—if it's too warm, it will make the entire drink tepid no matter how cold your ice is. Pour it straight from the fridge or even chill your measure first.
  • Toasting your own almonds takes three minutes in a dry skillet and completely changes the drink's depth. Pre-toasted store-bought almonds work too, but raw ones won't deliver the same impact.
03 -
  • If you want to take the toasted almond flavor even further, gently torch the almond slices right before garnishing—it's dramatic and delicious.
  • Chill your glass in the freezer for ten minutes before making the drink if you have the time. It makes a noticeable difference in how long the drink stays perfectly cold.

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