Giffard Blue Curaao is a vibrant, citrus-forward French liqueur made with bitter and sweet orange peels. Known for its electric blue color, it delivers an approachable balance of sweetness, floral orange aromas, and a hint of bitternessideal for colorful cocktails and creative mixology.

Key Specs & Identity

Spec Detail Producer Giffard & Cie, Loire Valley, France. ABV / Proof 25% ABV (50 proof). Color Deep blue (Caribbean blue) color used for visual impact in cocktails. Base Ingredients Distilled sugar-beet neutral spirit; flavored with both bitter and sweet orange peels (including laraha/orange varieties), plus sugar. Aging Non-aged (no barrel maturation).

Tasting Profile

Sensory Element Notes Nose / Aroma Velvety orange scents with strong candied orange; both sweet and bitter oranges; hints of floral bouquet. Palate / Taste Sweet orange flavors dominate; syrupy smooth mouthfeel; some bitter-orange zest oils that add complexity. Finish Medium-length; lingering citrus sweetness with a touch of bitterness from orange peel that balances out the sugar.

Suggested Uses & Mini-Recipe Ideas

Here are some drink ideas that showcase Giffard Blue Curaao:

• Blue Lagoon
  1.5 oz vodka
  1 oz Giffard Blue Curaao
  0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
  Top with soda water
  Garnish with a lemon wheel

• Blue Margarita Twist
  1.5 oz tequila blanco
  0.75 oz blue curaao
  1 oz lime juice
  0.5 oz simple syrup

• Tropical Punch
  1 oz rum
  0.5 oz Giffard Blue Curaao
  0.5 oz pineapple juice
  0.5 oz orange juice
  Splash of lime

• Blue Spritz
  0.75 oz Giffard Blue Curaao
  1.5 oz sparkling wine or prosecco
  Top with a splash of soda
  Garnish with orange twist

• Dessert Garnish / Float
  Drizzle over vanilla ice cream or use as a colorful layer in a dessert cocktail.