Liqueurs

Orange Curacao

Liqueur
30% ABV
11 drinks

Is this for me?

Choose this if…

✓You want citrus sweetness and complexity in cocktails.
✓Features in 11 WhatDrink drinks.

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✗You prefer dry or non-citrus spirits.

At a Glance

93 kcalCalories

30%ABV

7.5gSugar

10.5gCarbs

LiqueurType

11Recipes

Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.

What is Orange Curacao?

Orange Curacao is mapped to the Orange Curacao reference category. This page supports recipe discovery, ingredient context, flavor navigation and related drink-guide grouping across WhatDrink.

What does Orange Curacao taste like?

orange, citrus, sweet, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context

Orange Curacao profile

Mixability: HighIntensity: MediumSweetBeginner-friendly: High

Best used for: sours, refreshing drinks, tropical drinks, citrus cocktails

Appears in 11 recipes

Ways to use orange curacao

Cocktails (11)

Orange Curacao is mapped to the Orange Curacao reference category. This page supports recipe discovery, ingredient context, flavor navigation and related drink-guide grouping across WhatDrink.

Flavour profile

CitrusOrangeSweet

Recipes using this

Observed quantities

Observed in single-serve recipes: middle half 22.18–29.57 ml; median 22.18 ml.

In the measured recipes in this dataset — from 11 observed uses.

Scoped nutrition

Calories (per 100 ml): 310
Sugar (per 100 ml): 25 g
Carbs (per 100 ml): 35 g

Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.

Diet compatibility

Gluten-FreeCompatible
KetoNot compatible
Low-CarbNot compatible
Low-SugarNot compatible
Veganvaries
VegetarianCompatible

Based on the listed ingredient only — a public recipe facet, not medical, allergy or coeliac advice. Specific brands and preparation can change compatibility.

Reviewed substitutes

Triple SecCleaner and simpler orange profile.

Reviewed ingredient substitution guidance. Results can vary by brand, quantity and preparation. These substitutions have not been tested in every individual recipe.

Trust & methodology

Canonical ingredient/component authority assembled from reviewed identity, recipe, flavour, nutrition, diet and substitution evidence. Observed quantities and co-use patterns are descriptive, not prescriptions or universal recommendations.

Evidence last updated: 2026-07-14T04:59:48.490398+00:00

Drink counts and recipe data are based on published WhatDrink recipes. Figures may vary as new recipes are added.

Orange Curacao — common questions

How many cocktails are made with Orange Curacao?: There are 11 cocktail recipes featuring Orange Curacao in the WhatDrink database.
What are the most popular cocktails made with Orange Curacao?: Top-ranked cocktails made with Orange Curacao include 9 1/2 Weeks, Bull And Bear, Chas. Rankings are based on recipe quality and data completeness.
What is the ABV of Orange Curacao?: Orange Curacao has an ABV of approximately 30%. The exact strength varies by brand and expression.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Intensity (light to bold), Sweetness (dry to sweet), Mixability (how versatile it is in cocktails) and Beginner-Friendly (acquired taste to easy intro). Each scale helps you compare Orange Curacao with similar ingredients at a glance.
How do I use the Orange Curacao sensory profile to find drinks I like?: If you enjoy the intensity and flavour profile of Orange Curacao, look for other ingredients or cocktails with a similar profile. Compare Intensity, Sweetness and Mixability to find substitutes or discover new cocktails in the same flavour family.