amaretto

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Definition of amaretto in English English dictionary

A sweet-bitter liqueur originating from Italy (but also prodcued in Turkey), flavored with almonds and a secret blend-specific mix of some 200 ingredients such as the pits from apricots, peaches, cherries or other stone-fruits

Amaretto makes a fine digestive.

A glass of that liqueur

Gino has an amaretto on the porch after every elaborate meal.

An almond-flavored liqueur made from apricot pits

Is an almond flavored liqueur It is made with almond syrup and neutral alcohol It is light brown and is produced in Italy, Canada and other countries Best enjoyed straight up, on the rocks, in mixed drinks and cocktails Blends well with dairy products, lemon juice, orange juice, coffee, hot chocolate, cacao liqueurs, coffee liqueurs, vodka and brandy

an Italian liqueur with an almond flavour

An almond-flavored liqueur, often made with kernels of apricot pits Recipe: Italian Coffee

An Italian almond flavored liqueur (or cordial) that is made from apricot pits and flavored with almonds and aromatic extracts History - It is named after the town of Saronno Italy It has been produced commercially since the 19th century

A liqueur with the flavor of almonds (although it is often made from the kernels of apricot pits) The original amaretto liqueur came from Italy

A liqueur with a distinct flavor of almonds, though it's often made with apricot pit kernels The original liqueur, Amaretto di Saronno, is from Saronno, Italy Many distilleries produce their own amaretto Usually served straight, on the rocks or used as a mixer Used often in baked goods

A liqueur originating from Italy, flavored with almonds or the pits from apricots, peaches, cherries, or other stone-fruits

{i} Italian liquor having the flavor of almonds

Related Terms

amaretto sour

a drink made from amaretto and a sweetened mixture of lemon or lime juice

Etymology

[ "a-m&-'re-(")tO, "ä- ] (noun.) 1945. From Italian amaretto, from amaro 'bitter' (from Latin amarus) + diminutive ending -etto.