amaretto

noun

am·​a·​ret·​to ˌa-mə-ˈre-(ˌ)tō How to pronounce amaretto (audio)
ˌä-
1
amaretti ˌa-mə-ˈre-(ˌ)tē How to pronounce amaretto (audio)
ˌä-
plural : macaroons made with bitter almonds
2
often capitalized : an almond-flavored liqueur

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The amaretto doesn't hurt, either. Josh Miller, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025 Miller High Life, amaretto, and orange juice is served straight up in a frosted beer mug. Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025 According to bartender Lala, the Godfather — a smoky Scotch tempered with amaretto, then given a citrus jolt with orange bitters — is among the most popular orders, along with the Little Italy (rye, sweet vermouth, Amaro Ramazzotti and bitters). John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 12 Sep. 2025 Similarly, the drinks feature authentic flavors of the region, with signature cocktails showcasing ingredients such as fresh Sóller oranges and Italian amaretto. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for amaretto

Word History

Etymology

Italian, diminutive of amaro bitter, from Latin amarus

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of amaretto was in 1873

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“Amaretto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amaretto. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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