Triple Sec is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.

What does Triple Sec taste like?

The flavor of Triple Sec depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.

What cocktails use Triple Sec?

This page lists 20 cocktails that include Triple Sec as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.

How much Triple Sec do cocktails typically use?

Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.

Can I substitute Triple Sec with something else?

It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.

How many cocktails with Triple Sec are on this page?

There are 20 cocktails featuring Triple Sec in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.

Can I make these cocktails at home?

Most cocktails using Triple Sec require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.

Guide

Cocktails Made With Triple Sec — Ranked by Recipe Quality

Triple Sec appears in 120 cocktails in WhatDrink data. Top picks: 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea, Acapulco, After Dinner Cocktail.

Triple Sec adds a specific quality to cocktails — whether as a base spirit, a modifier, or an accent. The drinks here use it as a meaningful component, not just a trace addition, and are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database.

100Recipes reviewed

20Matching this guide

14.4gMedian sugar

248 kcalMedian calories

23.8%Median ABV

Ranked recipes

#	Drink	Why it ranks	Best for
1	3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea	Contains the specified ingredient · 197 kcal	Any occasion
2	Acapulco	Contains the specified ingredient · 160 kcal	Any occasion
3	After Dinner Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 188 kcal	Quick, easy serve
4	Alfie Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 376 kcal	Quick, easy serve
5	Ambrosia	Contains the specified ingredient · 256 kcal	Any occasion
6	Ante	Contains the specified ingredient · 290 kcal	Quick, easy serve
7	Applecar	Contains the specified ingredient · 166 kcal	Quick, easy serve
8	Apricot Lady	Contains the specified ingredient · 232 kcal	Any occasion
9	Basin Street	Contains the specified ingredient · 219 kcal	Quick, easy serve
10	Bible Belt	Contains the specified ingredient · 299 kcal	Any occasion
11	Blue Bird	Contains the specified ingredient · 314 kcal	Quick, easy serve
12	Boxcar	Contains the specified ingredient · 214 kcal	Any occasion
13	Brandy Crusta Cocktail	Contains the specified ingredient · 415 kcal	Any occasion
14	Bum's Rush	Contains the specified ingredient · 296 kcal	Any occasion
15	Cactus Berry	Contains the specified ingredient · 368 kcal	Any occasion
16	Cadiz	Contains the specified ingredient · 352 kcal	Any occasion
17	Chapel Hill	Contains the specified ingredient · 338 kcal	Any occasion
18	Chaplin	Contains the specified ingredient · 240 kcal	Any occasion
19	City Slicker	Contains the specified ingredient · 190 kcal	Quick, easy serve
20	Corpse Reviver	Contains the specified ingredient · 152 kcal	Any occasion

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

City Slicker

4.1g estimated sugar

~190 kcal · 4.1g sugar

Lowest calories

Corpse Reviver

~152 kcal estimated

~152 kcal · 7.4g sugar

Methodology

Is this guide right for you?

Good fit if:

You want drinks where this ingredient plays a meaningful role
You want a ranked shortlist rather than a generic search result
You want recipe quality context alongside the ingredient

Poor fit if:

You want drinks where this ingredient only appears as a garnish or trace
You need a complete recipe with exact measurements
You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates

Frequently asked questions

What is Triple Sec?: Triple Sec is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.
What does Triple Sec taste like?: The flavor of Triple Sec depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.
What cocktails use Triple Sec?: This page lists 20 cocktails that include Triple Sec as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.
How much Triple Sec do cocktails typically use?: Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.
Can I substitute Triple Sec with something else?: It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.
How many cocktails with Triple Sec are on this page?: There are 20 cocktails featuring Triple Sec in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
Can I make these cocktails at home?: Most cocktails using Triple Sec require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.