Homemade Amaretto Recipe

Make your own Homemade Amaretto in less than 20 minutes with this easy recipe that has only six basic ingredients. You’ll never buy store-bought again!

Homemade amaretto is not only a perfect holiday gift, it’s great for mixing up a Toasted Almond Drink, Eggnog Martini, or indulging in Amaretto Coffee.

What I Love About This Recipe

• Easy to make. This recipe for amaretto can be made in less than 20 minutes and has just six ingredients.
• Tastes better than store-bought. Even though the ingredients are slightly different, you can replicate an almost identical flavor at home. The homemade version is smoother and more delightful in flavor.
• Makes a great homemade gift. Use this amaretto recipe to make an inexpensive homemade gift with personalized labels.

Amaretto Ingredients

• Vodka
• Sugars (granulated sugar and brown sugar)
• Almond Extract
• Vanilla Extract

How to Make Amaretto

1. Dissolve the sugars. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the water and both the granulated sugar and brown sugar to a soft boil, stirring occasionally. Continue to heat the mixture until the sugars have dissolved completely, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 15 minutes.
2. Mix in the vodka and flavorings. Once the mixture has cooled stir in the vodka, almond extract, and vanilla extract. If the mixture is still warm allow it to cool completely before bottling it.

3. Pour the liqueur into a bottle. Place a funnel into the mouth of your chosen bottle and pour in the liqueur leaving about 1 inch of space at the top. For gifting, secure the top and print the homemade labels on label paper. Apply the labels and tie a ribbon around the neck for gifts.

Storage Information:

• To Store: After bottling, store the liqueur in a cool, dark place like a pantry, cabinet, or shaded bar cart. With proper storage, homemade amaretto will last for up to 6 months.
• No need to refrigerate: This liqueur doesn’t need to be stored in the refrigerator after opening, however, you can if you prefer it chilled.

Recipe Variations

• Add brandy. If you would like a fruity and somewhat sweeter flavor then you can use half vodka and half brandy when preparing.

Homemade Amaretto Recipe

Whip up your own Homemade Amaretto in under 20 minutes with this easy recipe featuring only six common ingredients. Say goodbye to store-bought—once you've tasted your creation, there's no going back!

5 from 7 votes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 16-ounce Bottles

Calories: 1213kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

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  3 16-ounces Bottles with Lids or other size
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  Small Funnel
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  Label Paper optional
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  Homemade Lables optional

Ingredients

• ▢ 2¼ cups Water
• ▢ 1½ cup Granulated Sugar
• ▢ 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
• ▢ 3 cups Vodka
• ▢ 3 tablespoons Almond Extract
• ▢ 2 tablespoons Vanilla Extract

Instructions

• Dissolve the sugars. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the water and both the granulated sugar and brown sugar to a soft boil, stirring occasionally. Continue to heat the mixture until the sugars have dissolved completely, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 15 minutes.
• Mix in the vodka and flavorings. Once the mixture has cooled stir in the vodka, almond extract, and vanilla extract. If the mixture is still warm allow it to cool completely before bottling it.
• Pour the liqueur into a bottle. Place a funnel into the mouth of your chosen bottle and pour in the liqueur leaving about 1 inch of space at the top. For gifting, secure the top and print the homemade labels on label paper. Apply the labels and tie a ribbon around the neck for gifts.

Notes

Storage Information:

• To Store: After bottling, store the liqueur in a cool, dark place like a pantry, cabinet, or shaded bar cart. With proper storage, homemade amaretto will last for up to 6 months.
• No need to refrigerate: This liqueur doesn’t need to be stored in the refrigerator after opening, however, you can if you prefer it chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 1213kcal | Carbohydrates: 157g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 105mg | Sugar: 156g | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1mg

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