Frangelico 1L, 20%

Description

Frangelico 1L, 20% is a classic Italian hazelnut liqueur celebrated for its rich nutty flavour, smooth sweetness and instantly recognisable monk-shaped bottle.

The production begins with Italian hazelnuts, which are harvested, shelled, toasted and crushed. They are infused in a mixture of alcohol and water before being distilled to create a natural hazelnut distillate. This is then blended with distillates and extracts of cocoa, vanilla and roasted coffee, producing Frangelico’s distinctive combination of toasted nuts, chocolate and aromatic sweetness.

The finished concentrate is combined with pure alcohol, sugar and water to reach its final bottling strength. It then rests in vats for approximately six to eight weeks, allowing the different flavours to marry and soften before bottling.

Bottled at 20%, Frangelico has a rich yet approachable texture, with intense hazelnut aromas followed by vanilla, dark chocolate, coffee and gentle toasted notes. Its sweetness is balanced by subtle cocoa bitterness and a fragrant, lingering finish.

The generous 1-litre format is particularly practical for home bars, entertaining and cocktail preparation. Frangelico can be enjoyed neat, chilled, over ice, mixed with soda, added to coffee or served over ice with a squeeze of fresh lime.

Why Choose Frangelico 1L, 20%

Frangelico stands out because it delivers a genuine toasted-hazelnut character supported by complementary notes of coffee, cocoa and vanilla.

Its flavour is sweet and indulgent without losing the roasted, slightly bitter elements of hazelnut and dark chocolate. The moderate 20% strength also makes it smoother and more accessible than many full-strength spirits.

The larger 1-litre bottle provides additional value for regular serving, cocktail preparation and hospitality use. It works particularly well in creamy drinks, coffee cocktails, dessert-style serves and simple combinations with ice or soda.

Its unusual bottle design also gives Frangelico strong visual appeal. Modelled after a friar’s habit and completed with a traditional cord around the waist, it is one of the most recognisable liqueur bottles on a home-bar shelf.

Ideal For.

This bottle is ideal for drinkers who enjoy toasted hazelnuts, vanilla, dark chocolate, roasted coffee and smooth dessert-style liqueurs.

It is ideal for serving neat after dinner, chilled as a shot, poured over ice or added to freshly prepared espresso and hot chocolate.

It is also ideal for creamy cocktails, Espresso Martini variations, dessert recipes, ice cream and simple long drinks with soda or fresh lime.

Product Details

Product Name: Frangelico.

Full Name: Frangelico Hazelnut Liqueur.

Category: Italian Hazelnut Liqueur.

Brand: Frangelico.

Brand Owner: Campari Group.

Country of Origin: Italy.

Regional Heritage: Piedmont, Northern Italy.

Primary Ingredient: Italian hazelnuts.

Additional Flavours: Cocoa, vanilla and roasted coffee distillates and extracts.

Production Process: Hazelnuts are shelled, toasted, crushed and infused in alcohol and water before distillation.

Blending: The hazelnut distillate is blended with flavouring preparations, pure alcohol, sugar and water.

Marriage Period: Approximately six to eight weeks in vats before bottling.

Bottle Size: 1 litre.

ABV: 20%.

Proof: 40 Proof.

Colour: Clear pale gold.

Age Statement: No age statement.

Style: Sweet, nutty, smooth and dessert-led.

Allergen Information: Contains hazelnuts and should be treated as containing nuts.

Colouring: Caramel colouring is declared for the 1-litre edition in European retail information.

Serving Suggestions: Neat, chilled, over ice, with lime, mixed with soda, added to coffee or used in cocktails.

Packaging: Distinctive monk-shaped bottle with a traditional cord around the waist.

Bottle Count: No confirmed limited-production bottle count applies to this regular-release expression.

Collector’s Note

Frangelico is primarily produced for drinking and cocktail preparation rather than as a numbered or limited collector’s edition.

Its collector and display appeal comes from its distinctive bottle, which resembles the robe of a Franciscan friar and reflects the brand’s legend of Fra’ Angelico, a hermit monk associated with the Piedmont hills.

The larger 1-litre format may interest collectors seeking international or travel-retail bottle sizes, particularly when displayed alongside older Frangelico label designs and previous higher-strength editions.

A sealed example with a clean label, intact cap, original cord and strong fill level offers the greatest display appeal. However, the bottle’s main attraction remains its iconic presentation, versatile flavour and generous format rather than rarity.