LICOR 43 Original — Spain’s Iconic Citrus-Vanilla Liqueur With 43 Natural Ingredients
Licor 43 Original (also known as Cuarenta y Tres) is a golden Spanish liqueur made from a secret recipe of 43 natural ingredients, celebrated for its smooth, dessert-leaning balance of Mediterranean citrus, botanicals, vanilla sweetness, and soft floral notes.
Taste profile (the “4 levels”)
- Citrus: lively Mediterranean citrus garden aroma
- Botanic: subtle, spicy coriander lift
- Sweet: mature fruit sweetness + vanilla nuance
- Floral: orange & lemon blossom with a gentle peel-derived astringency, smoothed by ripe fruit
How to enjoy
- Over ice: the simplest “golden” serve for creamy vanilla + citrus peel notes.
- Carajillo 43 (coffee cocktail): Licor 43 + espresso is a modern classic in many markets.
- Long drinks: try Balón 43 or Ginger 43 styles for bright, refreshing mixes.
- Freezer-cold: the brand notes it won’t freeze in a domestic freezer and tastes great well-chilled.
Quick facts
- ABV: 31% vol
- Origin: Cartagena, Spain
- Style: citrus-vanilla, smooth “sipping + mixing” liqueur built for cocktails and desserts


