Cheers to Veganuary: Licor 43 Horchata Vegan Cocktails

Whether you follow a plant-based diet or are getting involved in Veganuary this year, we’ve shaken up some tasty Vegan Cocktails with Licor 43 for you to try.

Veganuary is the perfect time to explore vibrant, plant-based alternatives in every aspect of life, and that includes cocktails. Although Licor 43 itself is vegan and many of the recipes we have are suitable for a plant-based diet, the perfect staple for vegan cocktails is Licor 43 Horchata.

This is the delightful fusion of Licor 43 Original and traditional Horchata from Valencia, making Licor 43 Horchata is a silky and cream liqueur with a difference. 100% plant-based, Licor 43 Horchata is not only vegan, it is also dairy-free, nut-free and gluten-free.

Now you can enjoy vegan cream cocktails this month and all year round – check out these four!

1. Mediterranean Breeze

Light and refreshing, the Mediterranean Breeze adds a zesty and slightly exotic to the world of vegan cocktails. Whilst cocktails involving cream liqueur can sometimes be indulgent and heavy, this vegan cream cocktail’s touch of citrus makes for a Mediterranean inspired tipple. 

Ingredients: 

• Crushed ice 

• 50 ml Licor 43 Horchata  

• 25 ml Villa Massa Limoncello  

• Lemon peel to garnish 

Method: 

Fill a small glass with crushed ice

Pour 50 ml of Licor 43 Horchata + 25 ml of Villa Massa Limoncello

Stir and decorate with lemon peel 

2. Valencia Café 43 

Although there are a whole host of coffee cocktails you can make with Licor 43 Original, Licor 43 Horchata makes a vegan cream cocktail with a caffeine fuelled boost.  

Coffee lovers will adore this vegan twist on a classic coffee cocktail. The nutty, creamy Licor 43 Horchata pairs perfectly with the bold espresso. 

Ingredients: 

• 50ml Licor 43 Horchata 

• 45ml Pineapple Juice 

• 15ml Cold-press espresso coffee 

• Cinnamon powder 

Method: 

Pour ingredients into a shaker. Shake well, strain and serve into a coupe glass. 

3. Horchata Iced Coffee 

Another coffee serve where Horchata really shines, you can make a vegan cocktail that tastes just like an iced coffee.  

• 1x 30ml shot fresh espresso 

• 2x 30ml shots Licor 43 Horchata (dairy-free) 

• 1 tablespoon coconut condensed milk (dairy-free) 

• 1 cup cold soy or oat milk 

• Cinnamon sugar 

• Ice 

Method: 

Add espresso to a tall serving glass and fill with ice. Pour over the Licor 43 Horchata and condensed milk and top with your choice of dairy-free milk. Shake cinnamon sugar on top and serve. Leave out the espresso for a lovely iced horchata. 

4. Horchata Puro 43 

Sometimes keeping things simple is best. This creamy, vegan Licor 43 Horchata cocktail is an indulgent treat that’s also dairy-free! Perfect for Veganuary to cosy up on those chilly January evenings. 

Ingredients: 

• 50 ml Licor 43 Horchata 

• Crushed ice (optional) 

Method: 

1. Fill a glass with ice cubes (optional) 

1. Add a small measure of Licor 43 Horchata

Why use Licor 43 Horchata for your Vegan Cocktails? 

Embracing vegan cocktails for Veganuary aligns with a growing movement towards sustainability and compassion. Licor 43 Horchata, made with plant-based ingredients like tiger nuts, is a unique cream liqueur that is 100% vegan and dairy-free. 

Often when embracing a vegan diet, it can be hard to find cream products that don’t compromise on taste. Licor 43’s iconic vanilla and citrus notes, combined with the unique taste of Valencian Horchata mean you can enjoy it on its own or in a whole host of vegan cocktails.  

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