How To Make Fun Cocktails With Licor 43
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Licor 43 comes in four distinct flavors that you can drink straight or in a cocktail. Let’s dive deeper into what this delicious liqueur is all about and try some recipes.
What Is Licor 43?
Have you heard of Licor 43? It is a Spanish Liqueur that has a sweet vanilla flavor with hints of citrus and spices. It has a 31 ABV and is all natural (but for a little coloring to keep the bright yellow color).
The blending of 43 herbs and spices adds a delightful level to your drinking experience. It is light and sweet but as you will see it mixes well with a variety of things.
They Keep It In The Family
The story goes that over 2,000 years ago came the inspiration for Licor 43 (called Liquor Mirabilis) in Cartagena Spain. Licor 43 Original was developed in 1946 by the Zamora family.
To this day the Licor 43 ingredients are kept under lock and key. The only hints we have are that the recipe includes vanilla, lemon, orange, tea, and coriander.
Today Licor 43 comes in four flavors but the other three flavors’ base is Licor 43 Original. The original is the best-selling export liqueur in Spain to this day. Here are the other three.
Licor 43 Horchata
With a 16 ABV, the original recipe adds to it horchata, tiger nuts, citrus, and spices. This drink is best served chilled over ice.
Licor 43 Baristo
This Caffeinated version of Licor 43 adds coffee to the original flavor. It boasts a 31 ABV and tastes like a chocolaty coffee with a mild vanilla and fruity taste. Best served chilled over ice.
Licor 43 Chocolate
With a 16 ABV, they take the original and add cocoa to make a delicious blending of vanilla, chocolate, citrus, and other spices to create a symphony in your mouth. Serve chilled over ice.
Licor 43 Nutrition – Is Licor 43 Gluten Free?
Yes, Licor 43 is gluten-free and Keto friendly. All but the Licor 43 Chocolate is dairy free as well. However, don’t think this delectable liqueur is low-calorie. It boasts 103 calories per ounce.
Does Licor 43 Go Bad Once It Is Open?
Per the manufacturer, it is best to consume your bottle of Licor 43 within 6 months of opening. You can get a little more time out of it if you keep it in the freezer.
Silly Question: Have You Read the Aeneid by Virgil?
This seems like a silly question but I am asking because if you did you will recognize a quote from this Latin Poem.
On every bottle of Licor 43, it says “Fama Volat” which means ‘Rumor Has Wings”. It is said that the family believes that the success of the brand is due to its large group of fans.
My Favorite Licor 43 Recipes
I am going to share with you my four favorite Licor 43 recipes. By far my favorite is Licor 43 Mini Beer Shots but don’t discount the other two as they are a twist on regular recipes.
The Best Licor 43 Mini Beer Shots
This looks like a tiny beer but has creamy vanilla, cinnamon, and orange flavor. The best part is that it only has two ingredients to make a delicious shot. You can’t just stop at one!
Mini Beer Shots
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Licor 43 Original Chill in refrigerator
- 1/2 oz Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Pour chilled Licor 43 into a shot glass
- Slowly pour the heavy cream over the back of a spoon on top of the Licor 43 so the cream floats on top.
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Licor 43 Vanilla Margarita
This recipe gives a subtle twist to your regular Margarita by omitting the Triple-Sec or Grand Marnier. It turns into a cocktail that’s got a richer depth. You can make this refreshing cocktail and surprise your friends with the added ingredient.
Licor 43 Vanilla Margarita
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Patron Silver Tequila
- 1 oz Licor 43 Original
- 3/4 oz Lime Juice Fresh Squeezed
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup May use less
Instructions
- Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a Margarita Glass over fresh ice
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Licor 43 Cuba Libre
Who doesn’t love Rum and Coke? But when you add the citrus and vanilla flavors of Licor 43 it adds a whole new dimension.
Licor 43 Cuba Lebre
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 oz Licor 43
- 1/2 oz Pyrat Dark Rum
- 7 oz Coca-Cola
- 1/2 oz Lime Juice
Instructions
- In a 12 oz glass filled with ice cubes pour in the Licor 43, Rum, Coke and lime juice.
- Stir and serve.
Licor 43 Hot Apple Pie Recipe
This last one is a winter favorite of mine. This apple and vanilla-flavored cocktail will warm you inside and out. (PS- This pairs well with warm cinnamon donuts!)
Licor 43 Hot Apple Pie
Equipment
- 1 Irish Coffee Mugs
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Licor 43 Original
- 5 oz Apple Cider
- 1 oz Heavy Cream
- 1-2 whole Cinnamon Sticks
Instructions
- Heat apple cider and one cinnamon stick on medium heat
- Once hot, turn on low, pour in the Licor 43, and stir for 1-2 minutes.
- Take off the stove and remove the cinnamon stick.
- Pour into your Irish Coffee Mug
- Whip your cream until it is frothy and gently pour over the back of a spoon on top of the hot mixture.
- Garnish with another cinnamon stick.
Did You Like The Recipes? Well Then Let’s Try One!
There are so many cocktails to make so I challenge you to try this tasty liqueur and let me know what you think.
When you find a recipe you like make sure to jot them down in our Cocktail Journal below.
Mixology Moments Cocktail Recipe Journal
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