What is Hpnotiq? Full Guide (2023 Updated)
Last Updated on December 29, 2022 by Lydia Martin
Hpnotiq (pronounced as hypnotic) is a pale blue liqueur made in France. It is one of the most popular and versatile drinks today because of its distinct flavor profile.
Our team spent hours collecting exclusive data to determine what Hpnotiq is, how it tastes, and other interesting facts about it.
Hpnotiq Liqueur: What Is It, Really?
Raphael Yakoby created this drink after being inspired by a bottle of blue perfume he spotted in Bloomingdale’s. The blue liqueur became popular after rapper Sean Combs began selling it in his New York restaurant chain Justin’s.
Yakoby sold the brand to Heaven Hill Distilleries for an estimated $50 million. From then on, the brand created history along with other liqueurs like the orange liqueur. It is currently bottled in Cognac, France [1].
What It’s Made Of
Hpnotiq is a blue liqueur made using triple-distilled premium French vodka, tropical fruit juices, and the combination of five blends of cognac, matured in oak barrels for years.
When all three components of this liqueur are ready, the master blender blends them to create this ocean-hued drink. But do you have to put Hpnotiq liqueur in the fridge?
What You Need To Know About Hpnotiq
Taste & Flavor Notes
Hpnotiq has a strong fruity flavor with a sweet undertone. When you drink a Hpnotiq, it has a sweet taste with the blend of tasting tropical fruit juices of mango and passionfruit. Additionally, you will be able also to taste a bit of a bitter finish in it.
Alcohol Content
Hpnotiq’s alcohol content is 34 proof or 17% ABV. It has a modest alcohol concentration, comparable to liqueurs such as Baileys Irish Cream. So, this is perfect for light parties.
Main Ingredients
Hpnotiq is a blend of five unique cognacs with some tropical fruit juices made in France. These include Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borferies, Fins Ordinaire, and Fins Borferies [2].
Color & Smell
Hpnotiq is a liqueur with a sky blue color. It’s perfect for some drinks and cocktails because of its bright color and tasty flavor. Many people wonder about how it got its blue hue. According to the brand, this is one secret that they will never explain.
Hpnotiq liqueur smells like a cross between passion fruit and mango, with a somewhat bitter edge that both fruits have in their natural state.
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Popular Hpnotiq Cocktail Recipes
Hpnotiq Breeze
Pineapple and lime’s sweetness and zesty tones complement the Hpnotiq’s fruit tones, making them a great match!
Prep time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. White rum
- 2 ½ oz. Hpnotiq
- ½ oz. Simple syrup
- ½ oz. Lime juice
- ½ oz. pineapple juice
Instructions:
In a shaker, mix all the ingredients. Shake until well chilled. Pour the mixture into a hurricane glass filled with ice. Pour the pineapple extract into the center of the drink before serving. If preferred, garnish with a cherry and a lime slice. More Hpnotiq and pineapple recipes here!
Serving: 1
Emerald Rain
Another recipe that you should try out is this Emerald green. This recipe mixes Hpnotiq, orange, and lime to create strong citrus notes and a soft tropical fruit profile. This is also one of the most famous recipes with Hpnotiq!
Prep time: 3 minutes
Total time: 3 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. vodka
- 2 oz. Hpnotiq
- 1/4 of a freshly squeezed lime
- ½ oz. orange juice
- Dash of Angostura bitters
Instructions:
In this recipe, you need to prepare a shaker by filling it halfway with ice. Mix all the ingredients. Shake vigorously until fully cold. This cocktail should be served in a chilled cocktail glass.
Serving: 1
FAQs
Can you drink Hpnotiq straight?
Yes, you can drink Hpnotiq straight from its bottle, chilled, or mixed into cocktails. Additionally, mixing Hpnotiq with other liquors such as whiskey, rum, wine, or gin might enhance its taste. There are also a few cocktail recipes that you can try, too.
What does Hypnotic taste good with?
Hpnotiq tastes good if you pair it with light spirits like wine and vodka, coconut rum, and even soda. Cocktails like the Emerald Green and Incredible Hulk are worth trying, too.
Key Takeaways
Hpnotiq is a blue liqueur that tastes sweet along with the fruity flavors of mango and passionfruit. This blue liqueur almost goes well with any liquor and in cocktails—no doubt, why plenty of bars have this colorful liqueur.
Additionally, it is perfect, especially if you want a refreshing beverage. So, what are you waiting for? Grab a bottle of this drink, try some of the Hpnotiq recipes above, and share with your loved ones! Happy drinking!
References:
- https://www.britannica.com/place/Cognac-France
- https://www.livescience.com/41298-what-is-vodka.html
Lydia Martin hails from Redmond, Washington, where you’ll find some of the best cocktail bars and distilleries that offer a great mix of local drinks. She used to work as a bar manager in Paris and is a self-taught mixologist whose passion for crafting unique cocktails led her to create Liquor Laboratory. Lydia can whip up a mean Margarita in seconds! Contact at [email protected] or learn more about us here.
