Italian Mixology: Godmother all’Italiana The Godmother is traditionally vodka and amaretto. That simplicity is also its weakness: too much amaretto makes it sweet and one-dimensional, while truly neutral vodka can leave very little to discover after the first sip. The Zafferano & Co. version uses Altamura Vodka, Disaronno Originale, a small measure of Amaro Montenegro, orange bitters and two drops of saline solution. Ingredients 2 oz (60 ml) Altamura Vodka 1/2 oz (15 ml) Disa

Italian Mixology: Godfather all’Italiana The Godfather proves that a cocktail does not need ten ingredients to have depth. Scotch whisky and Italian amaretto already create a powerful contrast: smoke, malt and oak against almond, stone fruit and vanilla. The Zafferano & Co. version keeps Scotch firmly in control, uses Disaronno Originale for the Italian identity and adds only 1/4 oz (7 ml) Amaro Averna for a darker Sicilian finish. Ingredients 2 oz (60 ml) Johnnie Walker Blac

Italian Mixology: Amaretto Sour A serious Amaretto Sour should have almond and stone fruit character, real lemon acidity, enough whiskey structure to prevent syrupiness, and a fine stable foam that gives texture without making the drink heavy. The Zafferano & Co. version uses Disaronno Originale with high-proof Bourbon and fresh lemon. No bottled sour mix, no artificial lemon, and no unnecessary sugar. Ingredients 1 1/2 oz (45 ml) Disaronno Originale 3/4 oz (22 ml) 101 proof