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Bols Advocaat is a Dutch egg-based liqueur made by Lucas Bols. Advocaat is a thick, sweet drink prepared from egg yolks, sugar, and spirits, with a custard-like consistency that distinguishes it from clear fruit or herbal liqueurs. It is commonly served in small portions as a dessert drink or used in mixed drinks and desserts. The Lucas Bols company traces its distilling history in Amsterdam to the seventeenth century, although the brand uses 1575 as its founding year.
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What is Bols Advocaat made from?
Bols Advocaat is a thick Dutch liqueur made with egg yolks, sugar and spirits. Its custard-like texture separates it from clear liqueurs such as Bols Curaçao.
How strong is Bols Advocaat?
A commonly sold Bols Advocaat bottling is 15% alcohol by volume. Check the label for the market-specific bottle because recipes and packaging can differ between countries.
How is Advocaat normally served?
It is often served in a small glass, sometimes topped with whipped cream, or spooned over desserts. Its thick consistency also makes it useful in cakes, pastries and layered drinks.
Is Bols Advocaat the same as eggnog?
They are related in style but are not the same drink. Advocaat is a Dutch egg-yolk liqueur with a thick custard texture, while eggnog is usually a lighter milk- or cream-based holiday drink.
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