Cocktails

God Child

God Child is an alcoholic cocktail built on Amaretto Di Saronno. It leans almond and nutty. Shaken and served in a Champagne Flute. Expect about 21.3% ABV and roughly 266 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic21.3% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

266 kcalCalories

21.3%ABV

11.2gSugar

12.7gCarbs

0.4Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1.0 ozAmaretto di SaronnoLiqueur Modifier
1.0 ozMr. Boston VodkaBase Spirit
1.0 ozHeavy creamDairy Or Cream

How to Make It

Shake well with cracked ice.Shaken
Strain and serve in a champagne glass.Strain

How to Serve

Glass: Champagne Flute
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

Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

DessertSuggested from its cream and vanilla notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

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

Amaretto Di Saronno1.0 oz

AmarettoGood swap

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

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Heavy Cream1.0 oz

Light CreamWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; the drink may be less full-bodied.
What changes: Light cream can replace heavy cream when a lighter 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

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a God Child?: The God Child is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Champagne Flute. It has an ABV of approximately 21.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 266 calories.
What does a God Child taste like?: God Child 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 a God Child?: God Child pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a God Child?: The God Child has an ABV of approximately 21.3%. That's approximately 0.40 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 266 kcal, 11.2g sugar, 12.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a God Child typically served?: God Child is often suggested for Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a God Child?: If you enjoy God Child, 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 a God Child at home?: Yes. The God Child uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Champagne Flute. 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 God Child 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.