Craft Whiskey Distillers’ New Gambit? Amaro

Already showcasing local grain in their whiskeys, distillers highlight other regional flavors through unique bitter liqueurs.

4 Foolproof Whisky and Fernet Cocktails

Not for the faint of heart, this potently bitter amaro shines in all manner of whisky cocktails.

This cocktail plays on bourbon’s inherent nuttiness by enriching it with nut butter.

This digestif can range from intensely bitter to pleasantly bittersweet, and it makes a great cocktail ingredient.

Reminiscent of the Cuba Libra, this aperitif-style rye whiskey cocktail delivers earthiness and coconut notes.

A combination of rye whiskey, amaro, and vermouth keeps this aperitif cocktail bright, bitter, and bold.

Topped with amaro whipped cream, this hot tea-based whiskey cocktail goes beyond what a standard barista can serve.

Add bittersweet flavors to drinks made with bourbon, rye, scotch, and Irish whiskey.

Bourbon, amaro, and gin are pulled together by cherry-vanilla bitters in this subtle, sparkling cocktail.

The rare whisky cocktail made with Campbeltown scotch, this drink also includes amaro, Strega, and grapefruit.

This bitter and sweet rye-based cocktail includes amaro, vermouth, and amaretto.

Using Irish whiskey and amaro, this eye-opener cocktail balances bitter espresso with acidity.