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Review: Licor 43

Posted on January 30, 2013 | Comments Off

Licor 43’s secret formula stretches back to 209 BC. The secret formula which uses only natural ingredients has remained intact through the ages. The name is derived from the 43 basic ingredients used in the secret formula. Licor 43 is the world’s leading Spanish vanilla citrus liqueur. It is “The Heart & Soul of Spain.”

Proof 62 / 31% alcohol

Suggested Retail Price: $24 to $30 / 750ml Bottle

Availability: 43 states nationwide and counting

Tasting Notes

Color: Beautiful gold.

Aroma: Light citrus, vanilla, extremely light touch of warm spice, but not spicy. Almost thought there might be possible hints of saffron, but if there is any saffron it is very faint.

Tasted Neat: Butterscotch, rich buttery toffee, lush, decadent, sweetened like honey without the sharp sugary edge. Lingering sweetness of juicy light flavored citrus. Faintest hint of floral.

Mouth Feel: Medium without venturing to the thick syrupy side.

Comparable Spirit: Closest I would say is Tuaca. Though Tuaca is a bit thinner, contains a bit of burn and tastes a bit more sugary. Tuaca doesn’t have a lot of burn, but Licor 43 doesn’t contain any burn in my opinion. The butterscotch / Toffee flavor in Tuaca is less rounded and lush than that of Licor 43.

Possible Uses, Pairings and / or Cocktails:

Terrific sipper on the rocks. Licor 43 claims it will mix with everything including juice, soda, coffee, milk and other spirits. While I can’t say “everything,” I’m not ruling anything out at the moment. It’s extremely mixable and terrific on its own. A few cocktails to sample:

Recipes courtesy Licor 43

Carajillo 43

1-1/2 ounce Licor 43

3 ounces Espresso

Pour ingredients in rocks glass over ice. Stir and serve.

43 Sangria

1-1/2 ounce Licor 43

1 ounce Red Wine

1 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice

1 ounce Fresh Orange Juice

1 dash Classic Bitters

Orange & Apple Slices and Grapes Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend. Strain into double old fashioned glass over fresh ice. Garnish with fruit.

43 Pineapple

1-1/4 ounce Licor 43

1/2 ounce Vodka

6 ounces Pineapple Juice

Orange Wheel Garnish

Build in highball glass over fresh ice. Garnish with orange wheel.

Another recipe to consider that is ideal for Super Bowl weekend, or any football / sports weekend for that matter is the Licor 43 Mini Beer. It’s almost as if the Mini Beer is Licor 43’s answer to the Baby Guinness shot.

Review sample courtesy representatives of Frank PR USA, representatives of Licor 43

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Coffee Syrup

Posted on November 3, 2012 | Leave a comment

It’s fun to discover new flavored syrup recipes by using ingredients you already have in the pantry. Dark Sumatra Syrup or coffee syrup is one of those recipes. This syrup recipe came about while searching for variations on the Espresso Martini. It indeed contributes wonderfully to the Dark Sumatra Martini, but also adds depth to your morning brew.

Dark Sumatra Syrup / Coffee Syrup – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 cup Demera Cane Sugar

1/2 cup Double Strong Fresh Brewed Coffee

1 ounce Vodka – optional

Brew coffee using double the amount of dark roast coffee beans / ground coffee. Place sugar and coffee in sauce pan over low heat. Stir continuously until sugar is completely dissolved and mixture has come to a soft simmer. Remove from heat. Add in optional ounce of vodka as preservative. Allow to cool. Place in sealed container. Keep refrigerated.

*I used Sumatra coffee. Brown sugar could be used in place of Demera Cane Sugar. Demera Cane Sugar contains hint of molasses which works very well in this syrup. Demera Cane Sugar can be found at many corner grocery stores on the sugar / baking aisle.

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Dark Sumatra Martini

Posted on October 2, 2012 | Leave a comment

This variation of the Espresso Martini contains deep, rich coffee flavor. Irish Whiskey enhances the roast flavor. Terrific aroma. Lovely foam across top of cocktail. Not too sweet, but could reduce syrup to 1/2 ounce if a bit less sweet is desired. Could also be served in highball glass over fresh ice for alternative serve. Great for winter / fall, Christmas, Thanksgiving happy hour or as dessert style cocktail.

Dark Sumatra Martini – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 ounce Silver Rum

1/2 ounce Irish Whiskey

1/2 ounce Dark Sumatra Syrup

2 ounces Double Strong Brewed Coffee

Espresso Beans Garnish

Brew coffee using double the amount of dark roast coffee beans / ground coffee. Place all liquid ingredients in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with coffee beans on top.

Dark Sumatra Syrup / Coffee Syrup – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 cup Demera Cane Sugar

1/2 cup Double Strong Fresh Brewed Coffee

1 ounce Vodka – optional

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Tagged Coffee, Coffee Syrup, Dark Sumatra Martini, Demera Cane Sugar, Espresso, Espresso Martini, Irish Whiskey, Rum, Sugar, Sumatra Syrup, Vodka

Monk’s Iced Coffee

Posted on March 26, 2012 | Leave a comment

Monk’s Iced Coffee

2 measures Espresso

2 measures 2% Milk

1 measure Hazelnut Liqueur

Whipped Cream & Shaved Chocolate

Combine espresso, milk and hazelnut liqueur in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until frothy. Strain into tall glass over fresh ice. Garnish with whipped cream and shaved chocolate. *Try substituting hazelnut coffee syrup for hazelnut liqueur for an anytime iced coffee treat on the go.

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Irish Martini

Posted on March 15, 2012 | Leave a comment

Prepare ahead for St. Patrick’s Day. Friends by your side, change in your pocket and a cab on speed dial. And for goodness sake, no texting, photos and Facebook after the third drink. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

“Before you call for one for the road be sure you know the road.” – Irish Saying

Irish Martini

3 measures Irish Cream

1 measure Irish Whiskey

1 shot cooled Espresso

Place liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled martini glass. Garnish with shaved chocolate or espresso beans if desired.

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Nose Warmer

Posted on March 2, 2012 | Leave a comment

Nose Warmer

1 measure Coffee Liqueur

1 measure Hazelnut Liqueur

1 measure Irish Cream

1 measure Premium Orange Liqueur

Hot Coffee or Fresh Espresso

Whipped Cream

Place liqueurs in bottom of large heat resistant mug or latte cup. Top with fresh brewed coffee or espresso. Garnish with whipped cream.

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Chocolate Espresso

Posted on December 11, 2011 | Leave a comment

Chocolate Espresso

1/4 measure Vanilla Vodka

1/4 measure Amaretto

1/4 measure Chocolate Liqueur

1/4 measure White Chocolate Liqueur

1/4 measure Hazelnut Liqueur

1/4 measure Irish Cream

1/2 measure Espresso

Chocolate Syrup

Swirl chocolate syrup inside chilled martini glass. Combine remaining liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into prepared martini glass.

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Tagged Amaretto, Chocolate Liqueur, Chocolate Syrup, Espresso, Hazelnut Liqueur, Irish Cream, Vanilla Vodka, White Chocolate Liqueur

Drambuie Espresso Martini

Posted on December 4, 2011 | Leave a comment

Drambuie Espresso Martini

1-1/2 measure Drambuie

1 measure Crème de Cacao

1 measure Espresso

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass.

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Espresso Cocktail

Posted on November 27, 2011 | Leave a comment

Espresso Cocktail

3/4 measure Coffee Liqueur

3/4 measure Vodka

1 measure Espresso

Brown Sugar

Lightly rim chilled cocktail glass brown sugar. Set aside. Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into prepared cocktail glass.