Amaretto and Coke Recipe
Written by Savor this Amaretto and Coke recipe! The combination of sweet almond-flavored liqueur and sparkling cola creates a comforting cocktail for fall.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 238
Ingredients
- 2 oz Amaretto
- 6 oz Coca-Cola - to top up
- Ice cubes
- Lemon wedge or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Bar spoon of long stirrer
Instructions
- Fill your highball glass with a generous amount of ice cubes.
- Pour 2 oz Amaretto over the ice.
- Top up the glass with approx. 6 oz Coca-Cola (adjust to taste and to the size of the glass).
- Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge or twist and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Amaretto: You can use Disaronno or any brand of amaretto of your liking to make this drink.
- Coca-Cola: Any cola will work in this recipe if you still need to get Coca-Cola on hand. Pepsi or a diet cola can be used as a lower-calorie option.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Amaretto Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic amaretto substitute such as Lyre’s Amaretti. Another option could be to use orgeat syrup (approx ½ ounce) and a drop of lemon juice as a substitute.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of the regular Amaretto, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Amaretto: Most brands of Amaretto are already vegan, but always check the label to be sure.
- Coca-Cola: Coca-Cola is also typically vegan. However, some diet colas may contain traces of animal products, so always check the label if you need clarification.
- Proceed As Usual: After ensuring your ingredients are vegan-friendly, follow the original steps to enjoy a delicious vegan Amaretto and Coke.