Mauresque recipe

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Provençal cocktail served on ice in a highball glass.

Aperitif Long Great classics
Volume 13.5 cl
Alcohol 6.7 %
Calories / serving 104 kcal
Colour White, Yellow
Difficulty Easy
Published 09/2026
Prep time 2 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the orgeat syrup into the bottom of the glass.
  2. Add the pastis.
  3. Top up with well-chilled water and stir: the mixture turns cloudy.
  4. Add the ice cubes last.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Tumbler

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History

The Mauresque belongs to the family of colored pastis drinks from the south of France, whose picturesque names date back to the Marseille bars of the 20th century.

Decoration

Serve without garnish, with a carafe of cold water alongside.

Variation

With mint syrup you get a "Perroquet", with grenadine a "Tomate", with lemon syrup a "Rourou".

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Frequently asked questions

Which glass should the Mauresque cocktail be served in?

Recommended glass: tumbler.

How strong is the Mauresque cocktail?

The Mauresque cocktail is about 6.7% alcohol.

How many calories are in the Mauresque cocktail?

Allow for about 104 kcal per serving.

How long does the Mauresque cocktail take to make?

Allow for about 2 min of preparation. Difficulty: easy.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 10/08/2026

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