Cocktails

Amaretto And Cream

Amaretto And Cream is an alcoholic cocktail built on Amaretto. It leans almond and nutty. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 12% ABV and roughly 272 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic12% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

272 kcalCalories

12%ABV

23.1gSugar

26.2gCarbs

0.8Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 2 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozAmarettoLiqueur Modifier
2.0 ozhalf-and-halfDairy Or Cream

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Almond Nutty

Supporting notes

Sweet Vanilla Rich

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Noticeably sweet
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Date NightSuggested from its vanilla notes, pairing with chocolate and desserts.
DessertSuggested from its cream and vanilla notes, pairing with desserts pairing.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Amaretto2.0 oz

Amaretto Di SaronnoGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Amaretto di Saronno can replace generic amaretto in most drink recipes.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Half-And-Half2.0 oz

Light CreamWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Light cream can replace half-and-half when a slightly richer texture is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is an Amaretto And Cream?: The Amaretto And Cream is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 12.0%. A standard serving contains approximately 272 calories.
What does an Amaretto And Cream taste like?: Amaretto And Cream has a flavour profile featuring Almond, Nutty, Sweet, Vanilla. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with an Amaretto And Cream?: Amaretto And Cream pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is an Amaretto And Cream?: The Amaretto And Cream has an ABV of approximately 12.0%. That's approximately 0.80 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 272 kcal, 23.1g sugar, 26.2g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Amaretto And Cream typically served?: Amaretto And Cream is often suggested for Date Night, Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Amaretto And Cream?: If you enjoy Amaretto And Cream, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make an Amaretto And Cream at home?: Yes. The Amaretto And Cream uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Amaretto And Cream with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.