Godfather
Description
The Godfather is a simple yet impressive cocktail created in 1972 to commemorate the release of the movie 'The Godfather'. The robust strength of Scotch whisky harmoniously blends with the sweet aroma of Italian amaretto, expressing the dignity and compassion portrayed in the film. Despite being made with only two ingredients, it continues to be loved worldwide as a sophisticated cocktail with complex and profound flavors.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States （1972年）
When Francis Ford Coppola's film 'The Godfather' was released in March 1972, it became a massive hit, recording the highest box office revenue of the year. This cocktail was born following the movie's success and was first documented in literature by bartender Brian F. Rea in his 1976 book 'Brian's Booze Guide'. The use of amaretto, an Italian liqueur, characteristically represents the Italian-American society portrayed in the film.
Birth Date Meaning
A specialist who can see things from both sides
Like this cocktail where the robust strength of Scotch whisky harmoniously blends with the sweet aroma of amaretto, it represents someone who possesses both strictness and gentleness, strength and compassion
Famous Quotes
- "Amaretto was new, at least to us—the almond flavored liqueur from the northern Italian town of Saronno had recently become available in America through the brand Disaronno—and presumably the drink felt like a little touch of the old country in cocktail form" - Cocktail historian
Trivia
- Created in 1972 to commemorate the release of the movie 'The Godfather'
- Disaronno claims that Marlon Brando was a fan of this cocktail
- Italian amaretto is used to match the Italian-American setting of the movie
- Became popular at Studio 54 and became a symbol of 1970s glamorous nightlife
- Changing the base to vodka creates 'Godmother', and to brandy creates 'French Connection'
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Scotch Whisky - 45-60 ml
- Amaretto - 15-20 ml
- Ice rocks - 適量 cubes
Instructions:
- Add ice rocks to an old fashioned glass
- Pour in the Scotch whisky
- Gently add the amaretto
- Stir lightly with a bar spoon
- Express orange peel oils over the drink
- Garnish with the orange peel on the rim
- Serve immediately