Licor 43 Baristo, a unique fusion of Canary Islands coffee and Licor 43
Direct sales of Licor 43 Baristo to the public are only at the Experiencia 43 visitors centre
One of the hidden jewels in the Canary Islands is the Valley of Agaete, where the extremely rich volcanic soil has been helping locals to grow exquisite coffee beans for over 200 years: this is one of the inspirations behind Licor 43 Baristo, one of the newest varieties of Spain’s most popular liqueur.
Surrounded by plane trees, mangos and papayas, the coffee produced from these beans at one of the last surviving coffee plantations in Europe is exceptional, the flavour hinting at chocolate and nuts. So prized is this coffee that in parts of Gran Canaria it was habitual for local to have one plant in their garden so that they could offer guests a special treat!
These flavours also make it ideal in the company of the vanilla, citrus fruit and other botanical ingredients of Licor 43, and the result is Licor 53 Baristo.
Other than the coffee beans of the Canaries, another of the factors behind the creation of Licor 53 Baristo is the Art Deco movement of the early 20th century, with the specialists having made coffee into an art form with the help of this elegant, high-quality drink.
The result is a golden-brown fusion of coffee and Licor 43 Original with a delightful aroma of recently toasted coffee accompanied by citrus, spices, vanilla and ripe nuts. A range of cocktails is suggested included Baristo iced frappé and Baristo sour, but most will prefer it as it is or on the rocks!
Although online sales outlets can be found, the only direct sales to the public are at the fascinating Experiencia 43 visitors centre just outside Cartagena (as is the case with Licor 43 Chocolate): while enjoying one of the most interesting guided tours in the Region of Murcia (in Spanish, English, French, German, Italian or Russian) take the chance to pick up a bottle of Licor 43 Baristo!
Address
C. Silicio P.I.los Camach, nº 10, Poligono Industrial, 30369 Los Camachos, MurciaTel: 968 030188
Licor 43 has been produced in Cartagena since the mid-20th century
Following the disruption of the Covid pandemic the “Experiencia 43” tastings and tours of the Licor 43 factory just outside Cartagena are now up and running again, with visitors welcomed back to what was one of the most popular destinations before the coronavirus interruption.
There are now two re-modelled tour packages, the shorter of which is the 90-minute "Visita Premium". This begins with a tasting of Licor43 Original, followed by the guided tour through the museum and the manufacturing plant of Licor43, a cocktail presentation and tasting of “Ginger43”.
This visit is available from Monday to Saturday at a price of 14 euros per head (adults only). Prior booking is essential. Children may also visit under adult supervision, and must always be accompanied by adults. Due to sanitary considerations masks must be worn throughout the visit, and unfortunately the maximum group size has to be set at 12.
But now an even more complete tour is also available under the title of “Masterclass and Fruit Picking”. This includes an additional focus on the texture, aromas and sensations that the citrus fruits from the Mediterranean garden alongside the Experiencia 43 building provide, all of them contributing to the secret recipe of Licor 43. In the garden visitors choose and pick their own fruits for the cocktail they will prepare at the end of the visit!
During the Master Class, brand ambassadors transport you to a world of complex nuances as you get to know Licor 43 through its three main flavour varieties: Original, Horchata (tiger nuts) and Coffee.
A full tour of the factory and museum is also included.
The Masterclass and Fruit-Picking tour is held on weekdays at 12.00 noon and is priced at 30 euros per head.
Bookings at Experiencia 43 should be made using the contact box below, online here, by telephone on 968 030188 or by email at experiencia43@zamoracompany.com.
Tours can be booked between 9.00 and 16.00 from Monday to Sunday in Spanish, English and German. Visits in French and Italian can be organised with prior notice.
