crème de cacao

noun

crème de ca·cao ˈkrēm-də-ˈkō-(ˌ)kō

ˌkrem-də-kə-ˈkau̇,

-kə-ˈkā-(ˌ)ō

: a sweet brown or colorless liqueur flavored with cacao beans and vanilla

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The drink is made with vodka, amaretto, creme de cacao, cream and sprinkles. — Aly Walansky, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024 The other side is dark creme de cacao, which is roastier and macerated for longer, and brings the weight of chocolate to bear. — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2026 The easy homemade truffles come together in a food processor, and are flavored with a splash of creme de cacao or Kahlua. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2025 Orphan Barrel Rhetoric and Ardbeg Scotch pack a boozy punch with creme de cacao and allspice dram. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2021 Operations manager Tiffany Serrano loves the almond Nutella latte best, but also recommends the creme de cacao and cherry coffee. — Tirion Morris, The Arizona Republic, 12 Feb. 2022 Known for his deep technical knowledge and signature milk punches, Gibson has brought that ingenuity to Lucky Star through his reserved cocktails, such as the cookies and cream made with rum, clarified milk tea and creme de cacao. — Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, cream of cacao

First Known Use

circa 1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of crème de cacao was circa 1878

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“Crème de cacao.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cr%C3%A8me%20de%20cacao. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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