amaretto

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A bartender pours amaretto into a cocktail glass.

Definition

Noun: 1. An Italian almond-flavored liqueur: A sweet, amber-colored alcoholic beverage originating from Italy, traditionally flavored with almonds or the kernels of apricots, peaches, or cherries, which provide a similar almond-like flavor.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She ordered an amaretto on the rocks after dinner.
  • The recipe calls for a splash of amaretto to enhance the flavor of the cake.
  • This amaretto has a rich, nutty aroma.

Advanced Usage

• As a modifier: "Amaretto" is frequently used to describe other foods or drinks that feature its distinctive flavor.
  • I'll have an amaretto sour, please. (A cocktail made with amaretto)
  • The tiramisu had a delicious amaretto filling.

Variants and Related Words

• Amaretti (noun): Italian almond macaroons, which share the same almond flavor profile as the liqueur and are sometimes used in its production.
  • The dessert was garnished with crushed amaretti cookies.

Synonyms

• Almond liqueur: A general descriptive term.
• Nocino (noun): While also an Italian liqueur, nocino is walnut-based, not almond-based. It is mentioned for contrast as another nut-based Italian liqueur.

Related Phrases and Idioms

(This word is a specific noun and is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs.)

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Noun

1. an Italian almond liqueur