Liqueur reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 181 Reddit reviews across 8 subreddits and 31 posts to rank the best Liqueur brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/cocktails, r/liquor, r/Tiki, r/alcohol, r/AskReddit. Top-rated brands include Luxardo (4.4/5), Grand Marnier (4.7/5), Mr Black (4.7/5).
Stats
Reviews181
Subreddits8
Posts31
Brands79
Products39
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#1
Luxardo
4.4
(18)
"For your budget, you‘ll likely be able to grab him a bottle of orange liqueur (Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao), Bénédicte and perhaps a Maraschino liqueur (Luxardo)."
"Had a rep come by absolutely fonding over Luxardo coffee saying it’s cheaper than Borghetti and better. Apparently, it won liqueur of the year"
"Luxardo Sangue Morlacco is fucking delicious."
"Luxardo's is top dog"
"I went with it and loved it."
"Luxardo Angioletto is WAY better than Frangelico, for example, and much cheaper."
"I love luxardo and use it in place of cherry liqueurs such as Heering."
"By far my favorite."
"Luxardo is great. Better than almost anything else in the shelf... unless it's other Italians."
"Luxardo espresso is a good similar one"
#2
Grand Marnier
4.7
(10)
"Another vote for GM."
"Grand mariner 100%."
"Personally a fan of 50/50 Grand Marnier and Clement Creole Shrub!"
"Grand Marnier is my preferred."
"Grand Marnier is the best choice for the Mai Tai."
"I've had both and I prefer that Grand."
"Delicious orange flavored brandy based liquor from France."
"Grand Marnier wouldn't be bad."
"Grand Marnier and Cointreau are the benchmarks of two different styles of orange liqueur."
"It's a Triple Sec Curacao, and not like the curaçao that the original recipe calls for."
#3
Mr Black
4.7
(10)
"When I use Mr Black in an espresso martini, guests say it’s the best they’ve ever had."
"Mr Black is really nice!! A great choice."
"Mr. Black and Kahlua make noticeably different espresso martinis."
"Mr Black is a cold brew liqueur, tastes like a cold brewed coffee."
"2 oz Vodka (Titos/GG/Belv) 3/4 oz Mr. Black 1/2 oz Kaluah 1 oz (standard shot of )expresso"
"Mr black. Nothing else beats it."
"Mr Black is my go-to. Excellent stuff"
"Mr. Black"
"Mr Black is pretty good"
"I’ve tried all three and prefer Mr Black has much more of a coffee/espresso forward flavor."
#4
Giffard
4.6
(8)
"A few bottles I like to use for rum drinks Giffard Banane du Bresil Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao Averna Strega Heering cherry liqueur Amaretto Amontillado sherry Amaro Montenegro Ramazzotti rosato"
"Giffard."
"Giffard has a solid lineup."
"Giffard is delicious and often used in recipes."
"I recommend Giffard if you can find it, they always make a really great high-quality product."
"Giffard ginger of the indies is really nice"
"I really like "Abricot du Roussillon" by Giffard."
"The small range of 'premium' offerings from Giffard are very good."
#5
Frangelico
4.8
(6)
"If he likes it sweet you can get him some high quality fruit liqueurs like creme de cassis or creme de banana, or alternatively some dessert liqueurs like Disaronno Amaretto, Frangelico or creme de cacao."
"Frangelico- hazelnut liqueur and it's amazing"
"I'm a big fan of Frangelico."
"Also cosign Frangelico 100%."
"Frangelico is really good, I also like Tuaca."
"Frangelico is good suggestion."
#6
Cointreau
4.0
(7)
"Cointreau is about the best I can get."
"GM or Cointreau."
"Cointreau and Grand Marnier is my to go though."
"Cointreau feels most versatile to me."
"If I were to choose one bottle it'd be Cointreau."
"Try Cointreau or Grand Marnier. You need something less sweet."
"I'd go with Cointreau over Grand Mariner."
#7
Pierre Ferrand
4.6
(5)
"A few bottles I like to use for rum drinks Giffard Banane du Bresil Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao Averna Strega Heering cherry liqueur Amaretto Amontillado sherry Amaro Montenegro Ramazzotti rosato"
"For your budget, you‘ll likely be able to grab him a bottle of orange liqueur (Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao), Bénédicte and perhaps a Maraschino liqueur (Luxardo)."
"I always use Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao and I think it's perfect."
"Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao. Sits between Cointreau (bright) and Grand Marnier (rich) in flavor."
"My go to bottle is Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao because I like the taste of it."
#8
St. George
4.6
(5)
"Liqueurs: Rothman & Winter Orchard Pear, St George Spiced Pear, Leopold’s Sour Apple Liqueur if you can find it (i think it’s discontinued)"
"I really like St. George Spiced Pear. Great this time of year. Really good with scotch."
"Amazing product line."
"Took one sip at home and drove back and grabbed the St. George. Way better."
"Not particularly sweet, pretty delectable."
#9
Tuaca
5.0
(4)
"I’m partial to Tuaca if I am sipping without mixing."
"Tuaca is one of my favorites."
"Ended up getting Tuaca and Pama along with the Drambuie."
"Tuaca is delicious and worth trying."
#10
Maraska
4.5
(4)
"I really liked it, and bought a new bottle."
"Just tried maraska for the first time and its AMAZING."
"If you dislike it, try Maraska."
"Maraska and Lazzaroni are pretty good too, both superior to Luxardo IMO."
#11
Licor 43
4.3
(4)
"Licor 43 if you haven’t already tried it!"
"I use liquor 43 and actual espresso with hint of vanilla"
"Liquor 43 try to find the gift set with the mini beer glasses."
"If he likes Grand Marnier he might enjoy Lcior 43."
#12
Amaretto
5.0
(3)
"A few bottles I like to use for rum drinks Giffard Banane du Bresil Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao Averna Strega Heering cherry liqueur Amaretto Amontillado sherry Amaro Montenegro Ramazzotti rosato"
"Amaretto is exactly what came to mind for me too"
"Get the boy a bottle of amaretto."
#13
Five Farms
5.0
(3)
"+1 for Five Farms."
"Five Farms."
"I much prefer five farms!"
#14
Fratelli Vergnano e Figli
4.7
(3)
"There’s a really good, hard to find brand called fratelli vergnano e figli. If you can find it it’s worth picking up."
"I like Vergnano. Very bright cherry flavor and subtle bitter almond."
"I’ve been put on vergano lately."
#15
Amarula
4.7
(3)
"Incredible especially in hot chocolate"
"Amarula is a good one."
"Amarula, Chartreuse, St. Germain."
#16
Lazzaroni
4.3
(3)
"Lazzaroni is better having tried both. It's also a tad cheaper."
"Lazzaroni is a generally underrated producer considering the value."
"Now I wonder if I should check out lazzaroni in place of luxardo."
#17
Tempus Fugit
4.3
(3)
"Tempus Fugit or bust."
"Tempus fugit is quality stuff. Tastes amazing."
"I haven’t had it but tempus fugit creme de menthe has been tempting to buy. I know they make quality products."
#18
Laird's
5.0
(2)
"Love the Lairds Bonded and St George Spiced Pear! Both are fantastic"
"Laird’s bonded apple brandy, make sure it’s the bonded. St. George California Reserve apple brandy. St. George also makes a pear brandy I believe, and they definitely make a spiced pear liqueur."
#19
Belle de Brillet
5.0
(2)
"Belle de Brillet is far and away the best pear flavoured brandy IMO. It is a cognac mixed with pears for flavour and the result is exquisite."
"Belle de Brillet is awesome as far as pear is concerned."
#20
Coole Swan
5.0
(2)
"Coole Swan"
"Coole Swan - An Irish Cream Liqueur that is incredibly thick and vanilla tasting."
#21
Kapali
5.0
(2)
"Try KAPALI coffee liquor. Only $11 dollars and better than kahula. Sweet thick coffee flavor."
"I use and love KAPALI Coffee Liquor. It's like $11 dollars and is perfect for my White Russians. It's thicker and Lil sweeter. Definitely recommended Kapali"
#22
Limoncello
5.0
(2)
"I like sipping on some limoncello on the rocks."
"I really like Limoncello as a sipping liquor."
#23
Godiva
5.0
(2)
"Agree with Godiva recommendation."
"Godiva chocolate liqueur is the best I’ve had."
#24
Heirloom
5.0
(2)
"Second Heirloom's pineapple Amaro, it's a sweeter Amaro that tastes more like grilled pineapple and caramelized sugars."
"Give Heirloom’s (a MKE distiller) Pineapple Amaro and Crème de Flora a try. Both fun to use in cocktails."
#25
Heering
4.5
(2)
"A few bottles I like to use for rum drinks Giffard Banane du Bresil Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao Averna Strega Heering cherry liqueur Amaretto Amontillado sherry Amaro Montenegro Ramazzotti rosato"
"Cherry liqueur tends to be sweeter and in the 15-25% ABV range"
#26
Solerno
4.5
(2)
"Don't forget Solerno, my personal favorite."
"Is super under appreciated I think, good choice"
#27
Italicus
4.5
(2)
"Italicus - it is a bergamot liqueur from Italy. Bright, crisp and very versatile."
"I can tell you I’ve personally been enjoying Appleton 12 and Italicus"
#28
Baileys
4.5
(2)
"Baileys Irish Cream!"
"Get any, if not sweet enough add some Bailey's."
#29
Chambord
4.5
(2)
"Chambord is my personal fave."
"Chambord."
#30
King's Ginger
4.5
(2)
"The King's ginger is really nice and is in a beautiful bottle."
"King's Ginger"
#31
Mr. Black
4.5
(2)
"It's way less sweet. Much more roasted coffee bean flavor."
"A nice coffee liqueur/pre mix cordial like Grind Espresso or Mr. Black might be nice."
#32
Rothman & Winter
4.5
(2)
"Liqueurs: Rothman & Winter Orchard Pear, St George Spiced Pear, Leopold’s Sour Apple Liqueur if you can find it (i think it’s discontinued)"
"I prefer Rothman & Winter. It has the most authentic feel to me."
#33
Branca Menta
4.0
(2)
"Branca menta or maybe some Giffard menthe?"
"I honestly love to use Branca Menta in place of creme de menthe, the bitterness offers a bit more complexity."
#34
Domaine de Canton
4.0
(2)
"Domaine de Canton"
"Domaine De Canton"
#35
Suze
4.0
(2)
"Of the gentian liqueurs, Suze is my favorite."
"French plant liqueur is my a great nightcap : chartreuse, bénédictine, even Suze if you like bitterness"
#36
Rothman and Winter
4.0
(2)
"I use Rothman and Winter but actually think the Bitter Truth is better."
"Although Giffard is very good."
#37
Bénédictine
4.0
(2)
"For your budget, you‘ll likely be able to grab him a bottle of orange liqueur (Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao), Bénédicte and perhaps a Maraschino liqueur (Luxardo)."
"French plant liqueur is my a great nightcap : chartreuse, bénédictine, even Suze if you like bitterness"
#38
Massenez
5.0
(1)
"Is amazing"
#39
Elderflower Liqueur
5.0
(1)
"I like to make this with it as well: 2oz gin 2oz creme de violette 1 oz elderflower liqueur 1 oz lemon juice"
#40
Combier
5.0
(1)
"Hands down"
#41
Mathilde
5.0
(1)
"Mathilde takes the cake for me. Very bright and clean flavors."
#42
Clement Creole Shrub
5.0
(1)
"My absolute fav is clement Creole shrub."
#43
Rhum JM Shrubb
5.0
(1)
"My Current favorite is Rhum JM Shrubb."
#44
Banana Liqueur
5.0
(1)
"An absolute must try."
#45
Banane du Brasil
5.0
(1)
"I always have a bottle of banane du brasil on hand."
#46
St. Germain
5.0
(1)
"St germain elderflower liqueur is extremely good."
#47
Green Chartreuse
5.0
(1)
"Green chartreuse is a staple."
#48
Pama
5.0
(1)
"I really enjoy Pama as it's super easy to mix with and quite delicious."
#49
Cristiani
5.0
(1)
"Don't count out Cristiani. It's great bang for your buck and I love it."
#50
Amontillado
5.0
(1)
"A few bottles I like to use for rum drinks Giffard Banane du Bresil Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao Averna Strega Heering cherry liqueur Amaretto Amontillado sherry Amaro Montenegro Ramazzotti rosato"
#51
Ramazzotti
5.0
(1)
"A few bottles I like to use for rum drinks Giffard Banane du Bresil Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao Averna Strega Heering cherry liqueur Amaretto Amontillado sherry Amaro Montenegro Ramazzotti rosato"
#52
Amaro
5.0
(1)
"A few bottles I like to use for rum drinks Giffard Banane du Bresil Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao Averna Strega Heering cherry liqueur Amaretto Amontillado sherry Amaro Montenegro Ramazzotti rosato"
#53
Micil
5.0
(1)
"Micil Irish Cream is an excellent alternative."
#54
Koloa
5.0
(1)
"If you can find it, try Koloa's Coffee Rum. Amazingly sharp."
#55
Griffo
4.0
(1)
"I currently use griffo cold brew liquer for espresso martinis"
#56
Allen’s
4.0
(1)
"There is only 1 answer: Allen’s coffee-flavored brandy"
#57
Patrón
4.0
(1)
"Patron coffee liqueur with Stolichnaya vanilla is a great combination for this drink."
#58
Appleton
4.0
(1)
"I can tell you I’ve personally been enjoying Appleton 12 and Italicus"
#59
Amer Picon
4.0
(1)
"Amer Picon Banned from importation into the US. When I went to France last I drank the shit out of it."
#60
Cynar
4.0
(1)
"For liqueur, Cynar is great to sip"
#61
B&B (Bénédictine & Brandy)
4.0
(1)
"I vote grab a bottle of B&B (Benedictine & brandy)."
#62
Cafe Rica
4.0
(1)
"My favorite one is cafe rica only problem is that you can only get it in costa rica"
#63
Mr Black and Kahlúa
4.0
(1)
"I find the Kalhua and Mr black already to be plenty sweet enough for me."
#64
RumChata
4.0
(1)
"Rumchata"
#65
Peppermint Schnapps
4.0
(1)
"I prefer a bit of peppermint schnapps. Not too much but it really gives it flavor."
#66
Mint Flavored Vodka
4.0
(1)
"For hot chocolate- mint flavored vodka was a game changer during the holidays"
#67
Bonal
4.0
(1)
"Is a good, like a sweet vermouth, nicely aromatic (I like it)"
#68
Small Hand Foods
4.0
(1)
"I also really like the orgeat from Small Hand Foods."
#69
Zuidam
4.0
(1)
"Lot of taste, not as sweet as kahlua."
#70
Amaro Montenegro
4.0
(1)
"Amaro Montenegro is fun stuff."
#71
BarenJager
4.0
(1)
"I always liked BarenJager. Its a honey liqour from Germany."
#72
Grind Espresso
4.0
(1)
"A nice coffee liqueur/pre mix cordial like Grind Espresso or Mr. Black might be nice."
#73
Amaro Nonino
4.0
(1)
"Amaro Nonino."
#74
Gran Gala
4.0
(1)
"Gran gala is the best for the price."
#75
Bauchant
4.0
(1)
"I love Bauchant's orange liqueur."
#76
Galliano
4.0
(1)
"Galliano. Harvey Wallbangers are delicious."
#77
Southern Comfort
4.0
(1)
"Southern Comfort (preferably Special Reserve, because that's still made with real bourbon) is a nice holiday pick me up."
#78
Cherry Heering
4.0
(1)
"Luxardo's competitor for Cherry Heering. It's delicious."
#79
Small Batch Bourbon
3.0
(1)
"Liqueur: strangely also small batch bourbon."
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