Ramona's Toasted Almond

The Toasted Almond is one of those creamy after-dinner cocktails that drinks more like dessert than a drink. This version keeps it classic and easy: equal parts coffee liqueur and amaretto, lengthened with milk and poured over ice.

The coffee liqueur brings a dark, roasted sweetness, the amaretto layers in a warm, nutty almond flavor, and the milk softens it all into something smooth and sippable.

Built right over ice in the glass, it takes about a minute and needs no shaking or special tools.

Serve it as a low-effort nightcap or a stand-in for dessert alongside coffee.

Variations

• Use half-and-half or cream instead of milk for a richer, more indulgent drink.
• Add a splash of vodka to make it a ‘Roasted Toasted Almond'.
• Blend with ice for a frozen, milkshake-style version, or dust the top with cocoa or cinnamon.