Dates


Dates

Dates for Liqueur Infusions – Flavor & Pairing Tips

Dates lend luxurious caramel sweetness and silky texture. Their natural sugars round off sharper ingredients like citrus or cacao, while their aroma deepens the mouthfeel of creamy or spiced liqueurs.

Flavor Profile

Deep caramel sweetness, toffee notes, dried-fruit richness with gentle molasses warmth.

Impact on Liqueurs

Adds body and natural sweetness, rounding alcohol heat and creating dessert-like depth.

How to Use It

Chop pitted dates; 250–400 g per 1 L. Infuse 3–6 weeks in rum or brandy; reduce added sugar.

Pairing Suggestions

Vanilla, cinnamon, coffee, cacao, orange peel, nutmeg, almonds.