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Mauresque

Mauresque is an alcoholic cocktail. It leans anise, almond and sweet. Served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 7.1% ABV and roughly 126 kcal (estimated per recipe).

Cocktailalcoholic7.1% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

126 kcalCalories
7.1%ABV
11gSugar
13gCarbs
0.76Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 3 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 3 clRicardOther
  • 1 clOrgeat SyrupSweetener
  • Full GlassWaterMixer

How to Make It

  1. Pour the Ricard (or pastis) 2 - Pour the orgeat syrup 3 - Finally pour the water and add ice cubes at your convenience.Pour
  2. Add the ice cubes at the end, otherwise the syrup and pastis do not mix well.Add

How to Serve

Glass
Collins Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Cubed ice
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

LicoriceHerbalNutty

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLightStrong
BodyLightFull
SweetnessDrySweet
BoldnessDelicateBold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • DessertSuggested from its sweet notes, pairing with desserts pairing.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

DessertsChocolateCoffee Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Orgeat Syrup1 cl

Orgeat Or Almond SyrupGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Orgeat or almond syrup is usually a close substitute for orgeat syrup.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Mauresque?
The Mauresque is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 7.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 126 calories.
What does a Mauresque taste like?
Mauresque has a flavour profile featuring Anise, Almond, Sweet, Licorice. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Mauresque?
Mauresque pairs well with Desserts, Chocolate, Coffee Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Mauresque?
The Mauresque has an ABV of approximately 7.1%. That's approximately 0.76 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 126 kcal, 11.0g sugar, 13.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Mauresque typically served?
Mauresque is often suggested for Dessert, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Mauresque?
If you enjoy Mauresque, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Mauresque at home?
Yes. The Mauresque uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Mauresque with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.