Licor 43 Horchata Liqueur
Licor 43 Horchata Liqueur is a 32-proof (16% ABV) Spanish cream-style liqueur that fuses the original Licor 43 — the 43-ingredient Mediterranean liqueur made in Cartagena since 1946 — with traditional Valencian horchata de chufa, the tiger-nut and cinnamon drink of Valencia. It is 100% plant-based: dairy-free and vegan, with a light, silky creaminess from tiger nuts rather than milk. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Proof / ABV: 32 proof / 16% ABV
- Size: 750mL
- Base: Licor 43 Original (43 botanicals: citrus, vanilla, spice) + Valencian tiger-nut horchata
- Dietary: 100% plant-based — dairy-free and vegan
- Origin: Cartagena, Spain — Zamora family
Spain's Two Favorite Drinks in One Bottle
Horchata de chufa has been Valencia's beloved refreshment for centuries; Licor 43 has been Spain's iconic golden liqueur since the Zamora family created it in 1946. This expression marries them: the vanilla-citrus warmth of the original 43 ingredients rounded with creamy tiger-nut milk, cinnamon, and spice. The result is a lighter, brighter take on the cream liqueur category — no dairy, no heaviness. See the rest of the Licor 43 collection.
Tasting Notes
Creamy but light on the nose — sweet orange citrus, roasted almond, cinnamon, and a hint of white florals. The palate is silky and gently sweet: tiger nut, vanilla, citrus zest, and warm spice. The finish is refreshing and creamy, with lingering cinnamon, nutmeg, and light lemon.
How to Enjoy
Serve chilled or over ice — that is the classic pour. It also makes a standout vegan White Russian or horchata espresso martini, and pours beautifully over vanilla ice cream. Refrigerate after opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Licor 43 Horchata dairy-free?
Yes — it is 100% plant-based, dairy-free, and vegan; the creaminess comes from tiger-nut (chufa) milk, not dairy.
What is the ABV of Licor 43 Horchata?
16% ABV (32 proof) — lighter than the original Licor 43's 31%.
What does Licor 43 Horchata taste like?
Sweet vanilla and citrus from the original Licor 43 layered with tiger nut, cinnamon, and spice — creamy yet light and refreshing.
Where is Licor 43 Horchata made?
In Cartagena, Spain, by the Zamora family — the same house behind the original Licor 43 since 1946.
Pick up Licor 43 Horchata Liqueur at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA — order online for fast delivery.