Cherry Almond

1.13 SD Straight | Old Fashioned Glass

Ingredients

This recipe uses ounces.

Instructions

The Cherry Almond cocktail is a delightful and indulgent drink that combines the rich, creamy texture of cream with the fruity sweetness of cherry brandy and the nutty essence of amaretto. Topped with half-and-half, this cocktail is a luxurious treat that's perfect for those with a sweet tooth.

Instructions:

  1. Fill a tumbler or rocks glass with ice.

  2. Add the cherry brandy and amaretto to the glass.

  3. Pour in the cream over the liqueurs.

  4. Stir the mixture gently to combine the ingredients.

  5. Top off the cocktail with half-and-half to achieve your desired level of creaminess. You can adjust the amount to taste.

  6. Garnish the drink with a chocolate-dipped cherry. To create the garnish, simply dip a maraschino cherry into melted chocolate and allow it to cool and harden before placing it on a cocktail pick or skewer.

The Cherry Almond cocktail is a harmonious blend of flavors. The cherry brandy brings a fruity and sweet profile, the amaretto provides a nutty and almond character, and the cream and half-and-half add a rich and velvety texture. The chocolate-dipped cherry garnish not only adds visual appeal but also introduces a delightful chocolate note to complement the other flavors.

This cocktail is perfect for those who enjoy dessert-like drinks with a combination of creamy, fruity, and nutty elements. It's an indulgent treat that can be enjoyed on its own or as a delightful after-dinner sipper.