Godmother recipe

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Amaretto and vodka after-dinner drink served on ice in an old-fashioned glass.

Digestive Court Great classics
Volume 7 cl
Alcohol 30.8 %
Calories 1208 kcal
Colour Yellow, Transparent
Difficulty Easy
Published 10/2026
Prep time 3 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the vodka, then the amaretto liqueur.
  3. Stir gently with a bar spoon.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Old-fashioned glass

Old-fashioned glass glass Buy

History

Appearing in the 1970s in the wake of the “Godfather”, made popular by Francis Ford Coppola's film, the Godmother is its lighter, smoother version.

Decoration

Serve ungarnished, or with a lemon zest for freshness.

Variation

With whisky instead of vodka it becomes the “Godfather”; with cognac, the “French Connection”.

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Frequently asked questions

What else is Godmother called?

The Godmother cocktail is also known as godmother, vodka amaretto, amaretto cocktail.

Which glass should Godmother be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Old-fashioned glass.

What is the volume of Godmother?

The volume of the Godmother cocktail is 7 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Godmother?

The alcohol content of the Godmother recipe is 30.8%.

How many calories are in Godmother?

The calories of the Godmother cocktail are estimated at 1208 calories.

What colour is Godmother?

The Godmother cocktail is Yellow, Transparent in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 17/10/2026

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