Lazzaroni Nocino Italian Walnut Liqueur

Beverage Type: Liqueur
Style: Traditional Italian walnut liqueur
Bottle Size: 750ml
Alcohol: ~24% ABV
Country: Italy
Region: Lombardy (Saronno)
Producer: Paolo Lazzaroni & Figli

Production:
Made from green (unripe) walnuts harvested early in the season, macerated in alcohol with spices and botanicals, then sweetened and rested to integrate flavors. Crafted following traditional northern Italian methods.

Tasting Note:
Deep, dark, and warming, Lazzaroni Nocino opens with aromas of walnut skin, baking spice, cocoa, and espresso. The palate is rich and bittersweet, showing layers of toasted nut, clove, cinnamon, and dark chocolate with a gentle sweetness that never feels cloying. The finish is long, savory, and slightly tannic, with lingering notes of walnut oil and spice. A classic after-dinner pour that’s equally at home neat, over ice, or as a cocktail modifier.

About the Producer:
Paolo Lazzaroni & Figli, based in Saronno, has been producing Italian spirits and confections since the mid-1800s. Best known for their amaretto and fruit liqueurs, the Lazzaroni family is deeply rooted in Lombard tradition, emphasizing authenticity and consistency across generations. Their Nocino is a faithful expression of a historic Italian digestivo—crafted with respect for tradition and balance rather than excess sweetness.