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Liqueur, Sweetener | Vegetarian Gluten Free

Hazelnut Flavored Liqueur

N/A Allergens: Tree Nuts (Hazelnuts), Alcohol
Hazelnut Flavored Liqueur

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine European, Global (Cocktail culture)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Hazelnuts, Sugar, Alcohol

The Forktionary Angle

"The nutty secret to elevated desserts and sophisticated sips."

Definition

A sweet alcoholic beverage infused with the distinct, nutty flavor of hazelnuts, popular in desserts and cocktails.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Nutty (Hazelnut), Toasted, Spirituous
TextureViscous, Smooth, Syrupy
AromaToasted Hazelnut, Vanilla, Caramel, Alcohol
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Common Alcohol Percentage

20-24% ABV

Optimal Storage Temperature

Room temperature (55-70°F)

Shelf Life (Unopened)

Indefinite

Nutrition Facts

Per 30ml (1 fl oz)
Calories270 kcal
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0g
Total Carbohydrate30g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars30g
Calcium0mg
Iron0mg
Potassium0mg

Chef’s Secret

A dash of hazelnut liqueur adds depth and complexity to whipped cream or chocolate ganache for a sophisticated dessert topping.

Substitutions

Best Match

Amaretto Liqueur

1:1

Provides a similar sweet, nutty (almond) profile, good for general nut liqueur replacement.

Hazelnut Extract (non-alcoholic)

1:0.5 (extract to liqueur)

Good for pure hazelnut flavor without alcohol, add to simple syrup for sweetness.

Nocino (Walnut Liqueur)

1:1

A darker, more bitter nut liqueur. Good if you want a robust, earthy nut flavor.

Coffee Liqueur (e.g., Kahlua)

1:1

Adds sweetness and depth, but replaces nut flavor with coffee. Good for cocktails.

Buying Guide

Look for brands that use real hazelnut extracts for authentic flavor. Frangelico is a common example.

Flavor Pairings

Coffee chocolate cream vanilla caramel espresso whiskey dessert.