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Amaretto

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Amaretto is a sweet almond-scented liqueur that is often used in Italian desserts or enjoyed as an after-dinner tipple. Surprisingly, amaretto is made primarily from fruit stones rather than almonds. Serve on the rocks or make your own Godfather cocktail by adding Scotch whisky in equal measures.

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