
Giffard Blue Curacao Liqueur
Giffard Blue Curaçao 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 bitterness—ideal 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 Curaçao:
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Blue Lagoon
1.5 oz vodka
1 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
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 curaçao
1 oz lime juice
0.5 oz simple syrup -
Tropical Punch
1 oz rum
0.5 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
0.5 oz pineapple juice
0.5 oz orange juice
Splash of lime -
Blue Spritz
0.75 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
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.
Original: $30.00
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$10.50Giffard Blue Curacao Liqueur
Giffard Blue Curaçao 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 bitterness—ideal 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 Curaçao:
-
Blue Lagoon
1.5 oz vodka
1 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
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 curaçao
1 oz lime juice
0.5 oz simple syrup -
Tropical Punch
1 oz rum
0.5 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
0.5 oz pineapple juice
0.5 oz orange juice
Splash of lime -
Blue Spritz
0.75 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
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.
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Description
Giffard Blue Curaçao 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 bitterness—ideal 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 Curaçao:
-
Blue Lagoon
1.5 oz vodka
1 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
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 curaçao
1 oz lime juice
0.5 oz simple syrup -
Tropical Punch
1 oz rum
0.5 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
0.5 oz pineapple juice
0.5 oz orange juice
Splash of lime -
Blue Spritz
0.75 oz Giffard Blue Curaçao
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.












