 Advocaat | |
| Type | Liqueur |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Netherlands |
| Introduced | 17th century |
| Alcohol by volume | 14–20% |
| Proof (US) | 28°–40° |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Flavour | Rich, creamy, smooth |
| Ingredients | Egg yolks, aromatic spirits, sugar or honey, brandy, vanilla, cream or condensed milk |
| Related products | Coquito, Eggnog, Eierpunsch, Kogel mogel, Pisco sour, Ponche crema, Rompope |
Advocaat (/ˈædvəkɑː/ AD-və-kah, Dutch: [ɑtfoːˈkaːt] ) or advocatenborrel is a traditional Dutch alcoholic beverage made from eggs, sugar, and brandy.[1] The rich and creamy drink has a smooth, custard-like consistency. The typical alcohol content is generally between 14% and 20% ABV. Its contents may be a blend of egg yolks, aromatic spirits, sugar or honey, brandy, vanilla, and sometimes cream (or condensed milk). Notable makers of advocaat include Warninks, Bols, Darna Ovo Liker, DeKuyper (in two varieties), and Verpoorten.[citation needed]
- ^ Rinsky, Laura Halpin; Glenn Rinsky (2009). The Pastry Chef's Companion: A Comprehensive Resource Guide for the Baking and Pastry Professional. Hoboken, N.J.: John Wiley & Sons. p. 3. ISBN 978-0-470-00955-0. OCLC 173182689.