Godfather
A two-ingredient spirit-forward sipper of Scotch softened by nutty-sweet amaretto; equal-ish parts and zero perishables make it one of the easiest cocktails to scale and pre-batch for an event.
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How to make it
Stirred · Easy · about 3 minutes
- 1
Add the blended scotch whisky and amaretto to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- 2
Stir for 20–30 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted.
- 3
Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- 4
Serve immediately.
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This example makes 12 servings with added water at 22% of the full recipe volume before dilution. This is a planning assumption; water from ice at service is not predicted. Edit this recipe and create a purchase sheet →
| Ingredient | × 12 | mL |
|---|---|---|
| Blended Scotch whisky | 24.0 oz | 710 |
| Amaretto | 9.0 oz | 266 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Godfather FAQ
What's in a Godfather?
A classic Godfather is made with blended scotch whisky, amaretto. It's stirred and served in a rocks glass.
What is the ABV of a Godfather?
The listed ingredients calculate to approximately 36.7% ABV before added water or ice melt, with approximately 1.68 US standard drinks per serving. Water lowers the concentration but does not change the alcohol quantity.
Should I shake or stir a Godfather?
Stir it. The Godfather is spirit-forward with no citrus, so stirring keeps it silky and crystal-clear.
How do I batch Godfathers for a party?
Scale each ingredient by your number of servings. Open this recipe in the batch planner to choose added water, package sizes and ingredients to hold for service. Preset water percentages are planning assumptions applied to all recipe liquid before dilution, not predictions of ice melt.