Amaretto is the Italian for “a little bitter”, indicating the distinctive flavour lent by the mandorla amara-the bitter almond. The similar consonance of amare and amore “love” is responsible for the associations with romance. “Amaretto” has been known as a avoured liqueur, which may or may not contain almonds. The liqueur is primarily made from apricot pits, and may contain other spices and flavourings. MONIN Amaretto is a great alternative to the similar tasting liqueur, oering exceptional versatility.