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Galliano Ristretto is an Italian coffee liqueur produced under the Galliano brand, which is historically known for its herbal liqueurs. This specific variant is made using a blend of Arabica and Robusta coffee beans, designed to replicate the concentrated flavor profile of a ristretto espresso shot. It delivers a dark, roasted coffee taste with subtle bitter undertones. The liqueur is intended for use in coffee-based cocktails or consumed neat over ice.
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What is Galliano Ristretto called today?
Galliano Ristretto is commonly listed in newer product material as Galliano Espresso, an Italian coffee liqueur built around concentrated espresso flavor. It is bottled at 30% ABV and is much darker and more coffee-led than Galliano L'Autentico. [Galliano product page](https://galliano.com/product/galliano-espresso/)
Which coffee beans are used in Galliano Ristretto?
The recipe uses 55% Arabica beans from Colombia and Brazil and 45% Robusta beans from India and Kenya. Galliano says Arabica supplies creamy chocolate notes while Robusta adds body and bitterness. [Galliano product page](https://galliano.com/product/galliano-espresso/)
How is Galliano Ristretto different from Galliano L'Autentico?
Ristretto, or Galliano Espresso, is a dark coffee liqueur with a 30% ABV, while L'Autentico is the famous golden herbal liqueur with vanilla, anise, and Mediterranean spices. They are separate products in the Galliano range, not two names for the same bottle. [Galliano product range](https://galliano.com/product/galliano-espresso/)
What cocktails use Galliano Ristretto?
It can be used in an Espresso Martini, an iced coffee cocktail, or a coffee Old Fashioned, and it can also be served chilled after dinner. Its 30% ABV and dark-roast profile make it suited to drinks where coffee is the main flavor. [Galliano coffee cocktails](https://galliano.com/coffee-cocktails/)
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