Cocktails

Amaretto Shake

Served in a Collins Glass

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Cocktailalcoholic32% ABV3 ingredients

Nutrition information is not yet available for this drink.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateblended drink

Why: 3 ingredients, blended drink, requires blender

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

2 scoopsChocolate ice-creamUnknown
2 ozBrandyUnknown
2 ozAmarettoUnknown

Tools:Blender

How to Make It

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend at high speed until smooth.Blended
Serve in chilled glass garnished with bittersweet chocolate shavings.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Method: Blended

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Vanilla Almond Fruit

Supporting notes

Nutty Oak Sweet

Flavor tags are partial because some recipe ingredients do not yet have flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

High ABV
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Not enough information

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Brandy2 oz

CognacWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing citrus or sweetener.
What changes: Cognac can replace generic brandy in a cocktail at the same measure; expect a more specific Cognac profile rather than a neutral brandy.

Amaretto2 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.

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 July 24, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is an Amaretto Shake?: The Amaretto Shake is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 32.0%.
What does an Amaretto Shake taste like?: Amaretto Shake has a flavour profile featuring Vanilla, Almond, Fruit, Nutty. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is an Amaretto Shake?: The Amaretto Shake has an ABV of approximately 32.0%. That's approximately 2.13 US standard drinks. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to an Amaretto Shake?: If you enjoy Amaretto Shake, 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 Shake at home?: Yes. The Amaretto Shake uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Collins 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 Shake 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.