Giffard Speculoos Syrup

Product of: France

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Speculoos is a biscuit shaped (gingerbread men-style) supposedly to resemble Saint Nicolas and traditionally enjoyed during Advent, particularly in Belgium, the Netherlands, western Germany and northern France. Flavoured with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cardamom, and white pepper.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 19/02/2019

Appearance:

Clear, deep coppery amber.

Aroma:

Cinnamon and buttery biscuit.

Taste:

Cinnamon and biscuit with ginger cake and faint apple pie notes.

Aftertaste:

More biscuity in the finish. Fades with gingerbread.

Overall:

Buttery biscuit with subtle ginger spice and gingerbread/cake.