I missed letting you know April 19th was National Amaretto Day #NationalAmarettoDay but that doesn’t mean you can’t still celebrate Amaretto. I have a question for you. Do you like Amaretto? For me I’ve never had it and I’m not sure if David has or not.
Come and join me as we celebrate National Amaretto Day on April 19th. National Amaretto Day is a super exciting holiday celebrating one of the world’s most beloved liqueurs Amaretto! Amaretto is a rich classic Italian Almond-flavored drink, which has proudly delighted countless taste buds for Centuries.
Amaretto gets its name from the Italian word ‘Amaro’-bitter, Amaretto translated, “a little bitter.” Amaretto is sometimes made from a blend of Apricot Kernels, bitter Almonds, Peach Atones, or Almonds, Amaretto traces its origin to Saronno. The sweet Almondy treat with a tinge of Vanilla and slightly bitter aftertaste comes with a world of goodness, spicing foods and drinks with its unique flavor.
Amaretto is an unforgettable, sophisticated fusion of the finest ingredients, Amaretto provides the perfect Spice for a lazy day. Enjoyed neat or used to spice up desserts, including Ice Cream, added to Cake, Cookies, Pancake, Fruits, or as Sauce Toppings, it, however, earns repute as a major ingredient for Cocktails, namely the classic Amaretto Sour.
While Amaretto didn’t hit the United States until the 1960s (becoming hugely popular by the 1970s to even grab a seat as the second-most popular Liquor in the 1980s in the United States), legend has its history interestingly carved out in the 16th Century.
Although the certainty of Amaretto’s true origin is somewhat shrouded in mystery, with two families laying claim to the popular Liqueur. According to the more widely accepted legend, Amaretto traces its origin to Saronno, Italy.
In 1525, the Church of Santa Maria Delle Grazie contracted Bernardino Luini, a student of the famed painter, sculptor, architect, and inventor, Leonardo da Vinci, to paint a Fresco the Adoration of the Magi, including the Madonna of the Miracles.
A beautiful widowed innkeeper served as his muse and the pair along the line had a thing and she decided to show her love by gifting Luini a special drink, a delicious treat made from Apricot Kernels soaked in Brandy that would go down memory lane as the first-ever Amaretto drink, handed down from generations.
From Amaretto di Saronno Originale, shortened to Amaretto Disaronno, and Disaronno Originale in 2001 although the company name has changed over the years, Amaretto’s distinct taste continues to win hearts over.
National Amaretto Day Activities
- There is no, better way to celebrate National Amaretto Day than reveling in the unique taste of the world-famous Italian Liqueur? Offering an array of exciting options from Cocktails to baking, Coffee, desserts, an Amaretto treat will never bore you.
- This homemade treat is absolutely delicious and easy to pull off. You could try out the classic Amaretto Sour Cocktail: mix 1 1/2 ounces of amaretto, 3/4 fresh lemon juice, 1 ounce of simple syrup, 1 egg white in a cocktail shaker or blender, with ice, strain, garnished with cherries, and serve chilled.
- Celebrate with #NationalAmarettoDayI which is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the Amaretto treat, which has delighted taste buds across the world, leaving us with sweet memories. Join the conversation on Social Media using the hashtag #NationalAmarettoDay and make the day count.
Awesome Facts About Amaretto
- The name Amaretto is derived from the Italian ‘Amaro,’ which means “bitter, from the Almond flavor,” although the Liqueur is sweet.
- Amaretto is said to be mostly carbohydrate with a hint of vitamins and minerals and consumed as an after-dinner treat, an ounce of Amaretto has 110 calories, so you’re advised to consume in moderation.
- To enjoy one of the world’s most preferred Liquors with its distinct Almond flavor, an average of $30 will do.
- Luxury and cheap are never synonymous, and the D’Amalfi Limoncello Supreme Liquor valued at £27,000,000.00 is proof. The neck of the bottle features three single, thirteen-carat diamonds and the rarest of diamonds, 18.5 carats.
- Amaretto, when consumed in moderation, is said to help lower stress and anxiety as well as reduce the risk of heart diseases. Sounds like I need to try Amaretto. Would you want to join me for a drink or two?
Why People Love National Amaretto Day
National Amaretto Day presents the perfect opportunity to explore the wonders of this versatile Liqueur that can be used in a variety of delights as well as gives a hint to the classic Italian dessert Tiramisu. I didn’t know that. Did you?
Amaretto is used to spice many meals with its strong flavor, including Ice Cream, Brownies, Coffee, Cheesecake, and Chocolate Chips. The rich taste of Almonds in Amaretto, often employed as a Cocktail mixer, helps to transform an otherwise bland meal into an instant winner
Although high in calories, this bittersweet Liquor is rumored to help lower the risk of stroke, as well as reduce anxiety. With its bitter taste, it sounds off a warning about too much sweetness and the accompanying headaches, often linked to obesity and heart disease, among other dangerous health issues.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
