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Godfather Cocktail: Is It Really Based On The Movie? 

By Jasmine Kaur

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What makes cocktails like Godfather interesting is their unknown origins. However several stories revolve around the same suggesting it was based on Marlon Brando’s character. 

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The American adaptation of The Godfather, featuring an Italian mob, who’s protagonist, Marlon loved this drink and hence, was named after his character. But the true story remains unknown. 

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Ingredients

• 30ml whiskey • 30ml amaretto  

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Step 1

Take a chilled glass filled with ice cubes and pour both the liquers one after another. 

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Step 2

Stir gently and mix well.  

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Step 3

Instead of taking equal parts of both the liquors, you can also prepare it in a one-to-two ratio of amaretto to whiskey. 

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