How to Drink Amarula

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Amarula is a delicious South African liquor made of sugar, cream, and the fruit from the marula tree. This creamy and citrusy liquor tastes great on the rocks or mixed in a cocktail drink. Some of the most popular drinks include Amarula with coffee, coconut or fruit cocktails, and an Amarula milkshake. If you follow the correct steps and use the right ingredients, you can make your own Amarula-based drink right at home!

Ingredients

Amarula with Coffee

  • 1-2 shots of Amarula
  • 200–250 millilitres (6.8–8.5  fl oz) of coffee
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • 4-8 marshmallows (optional)
  • 2 grams (0.071 oz) of brown sugar
  • 2 grams (0.071 oz) of chocolate powder

Makes 1 serving.

Coconut Water or Citrus Amarula Cocktail

  • 1 shot of Amarula
  • 1 shot of coconut water or 1 shot of Triple Sec
  • 2.5 ounces (71 g) of crushed ice

Makes 1 serving.

Amarula Shake

  • 3 - 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream
  • 1 cup (240 ml) of milk
  • 2 shots of Amarula Cream Liqueur
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Chocolate syrup (optional)

Makes 1 serving.

Method 1
Method 1 of 4:

Sipping Amarula with Ice

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    Fill a rocks glass with 3-4 large square ice cubes. If you're using smaller ice cubes, fill the glass halfway with ice. [1]
    • Ice will keep the Amarula chilled for a more refreshing tasting drink.
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    Pour the Amarula over the ice cubes. You don't have to fill the glass to the top with the liquor. [2]
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    Drink the Amarula slowly to taste all the creamy and citrusy notes in the liquor. When you run out of Amarula, you can refill the glass. [3]
    • As the ice cubes melt, the Amarula will become less thick.
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Method 2
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Drinking Amarula with Coffee

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    Brew a fresh cup of coffee using a drip machine, French press, or another method. Then, pour 200–250 ml (6.8–8.5  fl oz) of coffee into a mug, filling it three-quarters of the way. This will leave enough room for the rest of the ingredients. [4]
    • You can also buy freshly brewed hot or iced coffee from a coffee shop.
    • If you want to have an iced Amarula with coffee, let the coffee cool down before adding 3-4 ice cubes to the drink.
    • If you are using a smaller mug, use less coffee.
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    Carefully pour the Amarula Cream into a shot glass or jigger. Then, pour the shot into your coffee mug. Mix the drink with a spoon to incorporate both liquids. [5]
    • If you want a stronger taste of Amarula in your drink, add 2 shots. If you want a more balanced coffee drink, only add 1.
    • Adding too much Amarula to the coffee could overpower the taste of the drink.
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    Press the button on the top of the whipped cream can to spray the whipped cream on top of the coffee. The whipped cream compliments the creaminess in the Amarula and will add sweetness. [6]
    • Add as much or as little whipped cream as you want.
    • Fat-free whipped cream won't taste as rich as traditional whipped cream.
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    Add 2 g (0.071 oz) of brown sugar and 4-8 marshmallows on top of the drink to add sweetness to the beverage. The sweet notes of the sugar balance out the bitterness of the coffee and the creaminess of the Amarula. [7]
    • If you don't like overly sweet coffee drinks, leave out the marshmallows.
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    The chocolate powder adds richness to the drink. Wait for the beverage to cool off before you drink it so that you don't burn your tongue if the coffee is still hot. [8]
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Method 3
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Making a Coconut Water or Citrus Amarula Cocktail

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    Get pre-purchased crushed ice or crush ice yourself by grinding up ice cubes in a blender. As the ice melts, it will cut through the creaminess of the drink which makes it taste better. [9]
    • If you don't have a cocktail shaker, place the cubes in a tall glass instead.
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    Carefully measure out the Amarula and coconut water in a shot glass or jigger so that you use the proper amounts. If you'd rather have a citrus cocktail, replace the coconut water with a shot of Triple Sec instead.
    • You can also replace the coconut water with a shot of gin if you'd rather make a martini.
    • If you want an even stronger cocktail, put 2 shots of Amarula in the drink.
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    Vigorously shake the shaker to mix everything together and partially melt some of the crushed ice. This infuses the Amarula with the crushed ice. [10]
    • If you don't have a cocktail shaker, place the top of another glass into the glass with the Amarula so that it forms a seal. Then, hold both glasses together and shake the beverage to mix it.
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    You don't have to strain the drink because it tastes great on ice. If you used Triple Sec instead of coconut water, garnish the drink with an orange peel to finish it off. [11]
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Creating an Amarula Shake

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    Use whichever brand of vanilla ice cream you prefer the most. Pour the milk into a measuring cup so that you use the correct amount. Then, pour the milk over the ice cream. [12]
    • If you don't have a scooper, use a large spoon instead.
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    Measure the Amarula with a jigger or shot glass. Then, pour each shot into the blender and turn the blender on high. Keep blending the drink until the ice cream is fully incorporated with the ice and the drink is smooth.
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    If you want to add even more sweetness to the shake, spray some whipped cream or squeeze some chocolate syrup on top of the drink. Keep in mind that the ice cream and Amarula are already sweet, so adding more sugar will cause it to become even sweeter. Enjoy the drink while it's still cold.
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      Things You'll Need

      • Glass or mug
      • Shot glass or jigger
      • Cocktail shaker (optional)
      • Blender
      • Spoon
      • Ice cubes

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.cookist.com/amarula-cream/
      2. ↑ https://thedrinkblog.com/amarula-cream/
      3. ↑ https://thedrinkblog.com/amarula-cream/
      4. ↑ https://www.cookist.com/amarula-cream/
      5. ↑ https://www.cookist.com/amarula-cream/
      6. ↑ https://www.cookist.com/amarula-cream/
      7. ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/amarula-coffee-surprise-455734
      8. ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/amarula-coffee-surprise-455734
      9. ↑ https://www.alabouroflife.com/the-amarula-coco/
      1. ↑ https://www.alabouroflife.com/the-amarula-coco/
      2. ↑ https://www.alabouroflife.com/the-amarula-coco/
      3. ↑ https://www.supergoldenbakes.com/boozy-vanilla-milkshake/#recipe

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      There are plenty of different ways to enjoy Amarula, the popular South African liquor. Drinking Amarula on the rocks is a great way to enjoy the unique flavor of the drink. Place a few ice cubes in a rocks glass and fill the glass up halfway with Amarula. Then drink it slowly to enjoy the rich, citrusy flavor. You can also mix Amarula with coffee to make a creamy cocktail. Brew a fresh cup of coffee and pour it into a mug, filling it three-quarters of the way. Then add 1 - 2 shots of Amarula to the cup of coffee and give it a stir. To serve the cocktail, add whipped cream on top and sprinkle on some brown sugar. For more ideas on how to drink Amarula, like how to make a coconut water Amarula cocktail, read on.

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