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The Hazelnut Biscotti is an elegant, two-ingredient spirit-forward cocktail that pairs Biscotti Liqueur with Frangelico hazelnut liqueur in a combination that is simultaneously simple and revelatory.

The Nut Liqueur Tradition in Italy

Italy produces some of the world's finest nut-based liqueurs. Frangelico, the iconic hazelnut liqueur, comes from Piedmont; Biscotti Liqueur (Faretti Biscotti Famosi) comes from Trentino and is built on almond-based biscotti. When the two meet, they represent the full spectrum of Italian nut culture: hazelnut from the north and almond from central Italy. Both share a vanilla character that creates a cohesive backdrop. See the full Biscotti Liqueur collection and the Biscotti Manhattan for a spirit-forward alternative.

Flavor Profile

The Hazelnut Biscotti is lush, warm, and deeply nutty. Toasted hazelnut from the Frangelico comes forward first on the nose, followed by almond-caramel from the biscotti liqueur. On the palate the two nut flavors interweave with vanilla threads and a gentle fennel lift from the Faretti. It was featured on Difford's Guide. For more, see Liquor.com's hazelnut liqueur guide.

How to Make and Serve

Stir in a mixing glass with ice and strain into a chilled coupe or build over a large ice cube in a rocks glass. Garnish with toasted hazelnuts. See MixDrinkEnjoy's cocktail techniques guide for stirring guidance. The Old Fashioned and Fancy Free Cocktail are stirred spirit-forward companions for the same occasion.