Disaronno

Nose: Alcohol, almond paste, and a hint of caramel sweetness. Palate: Features alcohol, caramel that shifts between butterscotch and artificial notes, and a sharp almond paste character that provides a pleasant oiliness. Confectioners' sugar is also present. It's rich and substantial, but lacks depth; the almond flavor is quite abrasive. I'm not eager to drink this straight, but it's certainly possible. Finish: The almond paste and light caramel persist after the alcohol dissipates somewhat. A decent, though not outstanding, conclusion. Overall, this spirit is disappointingly unrefined. The artificial character and intense almond flavor dominate, with the artificial aspect being the main drawback. This could serve as a good stand-in for orgeat in a Mai Tai, for example, but I would likely opt for a different liqueur unless a cocktail specifically requires that almond taste. In a direct comparison I have available, a hazelnut spirit offers a more agreeable nutty floral profile, but with a lighter body, more minerality, and slightly more confectioners' sugar. Between the two, I prefer this one, but not by as much as I anticipated. I estimate this falls between 11 and 13, which is surprising as I previously enjoyed it. I'll assign it a 13 for now due to the richness from the subtle oiliness, but I wouldn't be shocked if I downgraded it to a 12 later.

Review #6 - Liqueur #1 Nose: Distinct scents of almonds, caramel, and walnuts are present, along with some lingering alcohol, making it quite pleasant. Palate: It's wonderful and extremely sweet, perhaps excessively so at times. It has a rich, chewy, and oily texture. The primary flavors are walnuts, almonds, and marzipan, possibly with hints of vanilla and caramel. There's also some alcohol, which is a bit surprising given its proof. Finish: Quite lengthy due to the oily texture, providing a warm, walnut-forward taste with some residual vanilla. I do recommend it; it's very tasty, but again, exceptionally sweet.

This is my preferred amaretto. I've only tried 4 in total and am open to exploring higher-rated options when available, but many others are thin, watery, and disappointing. This one is rich, thick, and sweet with subtle vanilla and cherry notes. I don't understand its low rating (85) here. Served neat, with soda, on ice, or mixed with a rum and pineapple drink, it adds depth and sophistication - enjoy.

Intense honey and almond on the nose – like marzipan in a glass – with subtle undertones of licorice and cherry. The same flavors come through on the palate, with a toastier quality. It's very rich, perhaps overly sweet, in the mouth. The finish is short to medium. 2.50/5.00 – Acceptable (served neat)

Disaronno is among some of the best spirits I've had. The sole reason it's not ranked higher is that I find it can become tiresome if consumed too frequently. I haven't been able to enjoy Disaronno lately because of this.

A rich nut liqueur crafted by the Reina family in Saronna, Italy. It begins aromatically with notes of nuts, fruits, herbs & spices; develops into a rich life with notes of cherry, apricot & almond; culminating in a long & silky end. May 1992