Anisette, Triple Sec And Curacao Cocktail

Pro tips

• Use a bar spoon or the back of a regular spoon to control the pour of each layer and prevent them from mixing.
• Serve in a pre-chilled coupe or small rocks glass to keep the cocktail cold without dilution.
• Pour ingredients slowly and deliberately—rushing causes layers to blend instead of separate.
• Use room-temperature liqueurs; cold liquid from the fridge pours too fast and disrupts layering.

Substitutions

• White curacao → Blue curacao (same flavor, visible color change)
• Anisette → Sambuca (stronger anise note, reduce to 3/4 oz)
• Triple Sec → Cointreau (premium substitute, similar citrus profile)

Equipment

bar spoon or long-handled spoon · jigger or shot glass for measuring · coupe or rocks glass

Can you layer this cocktail?

Yes. Pour anisette first, then triple sec, then white curacao slowly over the back of a bar spoon to create distinct layers.

What's the difference between white curacao and blue curacao?

White curacao is clear with the same orange flavor; blue curacao is colored. Both work, but white keeps the drink translucent.

Do you chill the glass?

Yes. Chill a coupe or shot glass with ice beforehand, then empty before pouring for the best drinking temperature.

Can this cocktail be made ahead?

No. Make it fresh to order so layers stay distinct and the flavors remain bright.