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Orange Liqueur Per Mug

N/A Allergens: Alcohol
Orange Liqueur Per Mug

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine European
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Grapes/Grain (alcohol base), Oranges

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Definition

An alcoholic spirit flavored with orange peel, typically sweet and used as a digestif or cocktail ingredient.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Citrusy, Bitter Notes
TextureViscous Liquid
AromaStrong Citrus, Boozy
AcidityNeutral

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 fl oz (30ml)
Calories240 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate30 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars30 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Chef’s Secret

When substituting orange liqueur in baking, replace with orange juice and a few drops of orange extract for similar flavor without alcohol.

Substitutions

Best Match

Orange Extract

1:1

Non-alcoholic, highly concentrated flavor.

Orange Juice + Zest

1:1

Non-alcoholic, adds fresh citrus and sweetness.

Orange Blossom Water

1:1 (use less)

Highly aromatic, less sweet, non-alcoholic.

Another Fruit Liqueur

1:1

For alcoholic content, but different flavor profile.

Buying Guide

Choose based on desired sweetness and complexity (e.g., Triple Sec is drier, Grand Marnier is cognac-based).

Flavor Pairings

Cocktails (Margaritas Cosmopolitans) desserts sauces flambés.