See all recipes entered in the 2026 competition
The 2026 Adriatico Amaretto Cocktail Competition was open to professional bartenders and home cocktail enthusiasts alike, with prizes for each category. Recipes were submitted from around the world, using all three Adriatico Amaretto styles.
Dulce Pecado
A cocktail contrasted between strength and sweetness. As it is tasted, it becomes more indulgent. Perfect at the end of a meal, but can be enjoyed at any
"Popp" the Apple
This cocktail is inspired by the danish dessert "Gammeldags Æblekage". The first sip, you get notes of apples and a hint of vanilla, followed
L’observatoire
Sweet’n’sour-frothy with an almond and vanilla buzz.
Pumpkin Head
An Italian classic in a glass: the embrace of pumpkin and sage meets the savory, mineral touch of Amaretto Adriatico. A modern sour made complex and pungent
Ripples of Orchard
A mixture of Amaretto, Brandy, Orange liqueur and Aperol stirred together over ice, with an orange peel. Finished up by being poured into a chilled coffee
Garfield Grind
Shake all ingredients, strain into double old fashioned glass over large ice cube/chunk. Add brandied cherry garnish.
Oro di Mandorla
Where = at Home When = May the 24th Who = Olli
Nebulosa bianca
Lo sposalizio spaziale fra l'aroma morbido dell'amaretto e l'anima decisa ed erbacea dell'assenzio, convolati a nozze con tanto di
Oats & Ocean
A nutty, salty, tropical twist on a classic brandy alexander. Rather than using cream, this drink follows Adriatico Bianco in being entirely vegan, while
Italian Linen Suit
A variation on the classic Collins, with aged rum (any aged rum, except very funky or high-ester bottlings) standing in for gin. Definitely shake with
Espresso in Veneto
a pleasant dessert like cocktail with warm, toasty notes, and a silky finish. A modern yet nostalgic treat
Oro & Bianco
My personal suggestion would be to vigorously shake the cocktail for 20-30 seconds. This creates a better emulsification for a more aerated finish, and
Almond & Sea
Almond & Sea is a light, refreshing highball built around the contrast between soft almond notes and a clean, slightly saline finish. Adriatico Amaretto
Basil & Stone
Basil & Stone is a bright, saline Adriatico cocktail where roasted almond meets basil, lime, tequila and dry sherry. For the cleanest result, use just
管弦乐变奏曲
Drink first, then eat the chocolate."
RED ALMOND
Add all the ingredients to a well-chilled mixing glass and stir for about 15 seconds. Strain the drink into a chilled coupe glass.
Adriatico Amaretto Liqueur
Adriatico is a contemporary amaretto liqueur made in Italy with Filippo Cea almonds hand-picked in the Apulian countryside. These single-source almonds
Adriatico Amaretto Zero
Amaretto Adriatico Zero is made with a distillate of Filippo Cea almonds from Puglia, Italy. It is a non-alcoholic amaretto with the familiar aroma of
Adriatico Bianco
This delicious, creamy liqueur is an amaretto liqueur, with its creamy/milky consistency due to being made from crushed almonds, alcohol and a touch of
