Luxardo Triplum Triple Sec 750ML

Luxardo Triplum Triple Sec 750ML is a double-distilled Italian orange liqueur bottled at 39% ABV (78 proof) from three distinct citrus varieties. It earned a Double Gold Medal at the 2011 New York World Wine & Spirits Competition and stands as one of the few triple secs produced entirely through distillation rather than maceration.

Quick Facts: ABV: 39%  |  Origin: Padova, Italy  |  Style: Triple Sec Orange Liqueur  |  Distillery: Luxardo  |  Size: 750ml

Production & Heritage

Luxardo, founded in 1821, is one of Italy's oldest and most respected liqueur houses, now headquartered in Padova after its original Zara distillery was destroyed in World War II. Triplum is made by distilling the dried peels of three citrus fruits — curaçao (bitter orange), sweet orange, and mandarin — alongside botanicals including dried orange flowers (zagara), pennyroyal, and vervain. The distillate undergoes a rigorous separation of heads and tails, with only the heart sent forward for a second rectification distillation. The resulting spirit then rests for a minimum of six months in ash-wood white casks before being filtered, diluted, and lightly sugared — a method Luxardo says follows specifications dating to the first half of the nineteenth century.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright and fragrant on first approach, leading with zesty orange peel and the bitter complexity of curaçao. A secondary wave of orange blossom and honeysuckle adds a gentle floral dimension, with a faint spice note lingering underneath.

Taste: The palate entry is crisp and citrus-driven, recalling cara cara oranges and fresh mandarin zest. At mid-palate, the flavors round out considerably, with an enveloping sweetness balanced by the bitterness of curaçao peel. A pulse of alcohol warmth at the peak keeps the sweetness in check and signals the liqueur's higher-than-average proof.

Finish: Medium in length with a pronounced dried orange-peel note that dries gently into the close. The floral elements return briefly, and a clean citrus echo lingers well after the sip.

How to Drink Triplum

Triplum's 39% ABV gives it enough backbone to sip neat or over ice, where the ash-wood aging and botanical layering become most apparent. Its real strength, however, lies in cocktails where a conventional triple sec would fade into the background. A Margarita benefits from Triplum's bitter-orange backbone, which anchors the tequila without cloying sweetness. In a Sidecar, the mandarin and floral notes complement cognac's fruit-forward richness. And in a Cosmopolitan, Triplum's higher proof and citrus intensity cut through the cranberry cleanly, producing a more balanced drink than most standard triple secs deliver.

Best For

• Home bartenders upgrading their citrus liqueur for classic cocktails
• Gifting an Italian spirits enthusiast who appreciates artisanal production
• Building a craft cocktail bar that requires a versatile, high-proof orange liqueur
• Exploring the Luxardo range beyond their iconic Maraschino

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Triplum taste like? Triplum delivers a crisp, citrus-forward profile dominated by orange peel and mandarin, balanced by gentle floral notes of orange blossom and a moderate sweetness tempered by curaçao bitterness.

How does Triplum compare to Cointreau? Both are premium triple secs, but Triplum is distilled from three specific citrus varieties and aged in ash-wood casks for at least six months, giving it a rounder, more botanically complex character. Cointreau is bottled at 40% ABV (one point higher) and tends to present a cleaner, more linear sweet-orange profile without the bitter curaçao dimension.

Is Triplum good for cocktails? Triplum is exceptionally well-suited for cocktails; its 39% ABV and concentrated citrus distillate hold their own alongside base spirits in drinks like the Margarita, Sidecar, and Mai Tai without being drowned out.

Where is Triplum made? Triplum is produced by Luxardo at their distillery in Padova, in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, where the company has been based since relocating after World War II.

What foods pair well with Triplum? Dark chocolate truffles complement the bitter-orange notes well. Almond biscotti echoes the liqueur's subtle nuttiness from the ash-wood aging. Fresh berry tarts benefit from the citrus contrast. Creamy cheeses like mascarpone pair with the floral and mandarin character. Duck with orange glaze creates a savory-citrus bridge that mirrors the curaçao peel.

What sizes does Triplum come in? Luxardo Triplum Triple Sec is commonly available in the standard 750ml bottle.

Is Triplum worth the price? Triplum positions as a premium triple sec that competes directly with Cointreau and Grand Marnier at a generally lower price point, making it strong value for a double-distilled, cask-rested liqueur with multiple competition medals to its name.

Why Triplum?

What separates Triplum from the crowded triple sec field is its production integrity: full distillation of three named citrus varieties with heads-and-tails separation, a second rectification pass, and a minimum six-month rest in ash-wood casks. That level of process is virtually unheard of in the triple sec category, where many competitors rely on maceration or flavoring shortcuts. The result — recognized with a Double Gold at the New York World Wine & Spirits Competition and an 87-point rating from Wine Enthusiast — is a liqueur that delivers serious citrus complexity at a proof point high enough to stand up in any cocktail calling for orange liqueur. For anyone who has outgrown supermarket-grade triple sec but doesn't want to overpay, Triplum fills that gap with genuine craft behind the label.