by Tory Yap | Mar 29, 2023 | English, Liqueur
Oud Amsterdam Orange Liqueur In the early Middle Ages, the Arabs introduced the fruit “naranj” to Spain. From there, traders carried it through the southern region of France, where it was once a luxury item, accessible only to the wealthy elite. Gradually,...
by Tory Yap | Mar 29, 2023 | English, Liqueur
Oud Amsterdam Almond Macaroons Liqueur Bitterkoekjes, delicious Dutch almond macaroons. Almond macaroons have a long history that predates the Middle Ages. They were traditionally served at weddings as a symbol of the ups and downs of marriage, represented by the...
by Tory Yap | Mar 28, 2023 | English, Liqueur
Oud Amsterdam Hazelnut Chocolate Liqueur In the 16th century, the Spaniards brought cacao and chocolate from South America to Europe. Initially, people consumed chocolate as a beverage. However, by the 19th century, culinary innovators began to use it in the...
by Tory Yap | Mar 28, 2023 | English, Liqueur
Oud Amsterdam Bridal Tears Liqueur It’s an old Dutch tradition to serve bruidstranen (translated to “bridal tears” in English) at a wedding day. The gold or silver flakes in the liqueur symbolize the joyful tears of the bride. According to tradition,...
by Tory Yap | Mar 28, 2023 | English, Liqueur
Oud Amsterdam Butterscotch Liqueur Boterbabberlaars, or more commonly called butterscotch outside of the Netherlands, are a type of traditional Dutch candy that originated in the province of Zeeland in the late 19th century. Legend has it that a fisherman’s wife...
