Patron Citronge Orange Liqueur
Patron Citronge Orange Liqueur is Patrón's own orange liqueur — 1L at 35% ABV (70 proof), a premium reserve extra-fine orange liqueur made in Jalisco, Mexico for one job: the perfect Margarita — and you can order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 35% (70 proof) — US 1L SKU; older/EU bottlings were 40%
- Size: 1L
- Base: Neutral spirit macerated with dried peels of sweet oranges from Jamaica and bittersweet oranges from Haiti, sweetened with cane sugar; unaged, crystal clear
- Origin: Made in Jalisco, Mexico by Patrón Spirits Company — not tequila-based (a triple-sec-style liqueur)
- Use: Developed for Margarita cocktails; no artificial flavors or chemical enhancers
Patrón's Margarita Orange Liqueur
Citrónge ("extra fine" orange liqueur) exists for a single, famous pairing: Patrón Citrónge plus Patrón Tequila is the brand's own recipe for the finest, most authentic Margarita — the bottle even says so. The formula is straightforward and clean: macerated Jamaican sweet-orange and Haitian bittersweet-orange peels in neutral spirit, sweetened with cane sugar, never colored or aged. Difford's Guide found pungent tangerine and navel-orange zest with a whisper of tequila spice; Wine Enthusiast (via Kara Newman) called it "custom-made for sweetening margaritas." Browse the liqueurs collection at Del Mesa Liquor, stock up on tequila for the pairing, or see everything from Patrón.
Tasting Notes
Crystal clear in the glass. The nose is sweet and bitter orange — zesty lemon, pungent tangerine and navel-orange zest, white pepper, a faint tequila spice. The palate is fresh and sweet orange with a slightly syrupy mouthfeel, drying to zesty citrus and balanced bitter orange. The finish is long-lasting and dry, with orange zest and lingering tequila spice.
How to Enjoy
Build the house Margarita: Patrón Silver, Citrónge, fresh lime — 2:1:1 over ice, salt optional. It substitutes for triple sec in any orange-liqueur cocktail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Patron Citronge the same as triple sec?
It is Patrón's premium take on the category — an extra-fine orange liqueur that substitutes for triple sec, but it is not tequila-based.
What is the alcohol content of Patron Citronge Orange Liqueur?
35% ABV (70 proof) on the current US 1L bottle; older and EU bottlings were 40%/80 proof.
What is Patron Citronge made from?
Dried peels of organically grown sweet oranges from Jamaica and bittersweet oranges from Haiti, macerated in neutral spirit and sweetened with cane sugar — no artificial flavors.
Is Patron Citronge discontinued?
It appears to be discontinued — several retailers list it under discontinued items and show no restock — though bottles remain in the market.
The Margarita's other half — order Patron Citronge Orange Liqueur online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.