Whether they are hard, jijona, fruit, chocolate, low in sugar or avant-garde; there is a nougat for each one. Thus, Holidu, the vacation rental search engine, has launched this study to determine the most popular nougat master in Spain. A job that he has done according to the followers on Instagram and the score and the number of reviews on Google.
1 – Nougat Vicens (8.23/10)
Since 1775, several generations of the Vicens family have brought us, Christmas after Christmas, one of the best nougat that we can try in Spain. Thanks to their long experience in the preparation of this Christmas sweet, they have established themselves as one of the reference nougat masters, both nationally and internationally. And it is that we can try their exquisite traditional nougat, but also, thanks to an avant-garde vision and collaborations with renowned chefs such as Albert Adrià.
2 – Nougat Fèlix, score (6.75/10)
Turrones Fèlix is a small family business, located in the town of Agramunt, Lleida. They are characterized by preserving the tradition, since each year they make a limited production of nougat, thus achieving a completely handmade production, without preservatives or additives. Their specialty is classic nougat, but they also bet on innovative signature nougat, sweets and chocolates. In addition, if it occupies this second position, it is because they are the kings of social networks, where we can follow the exciting day to day inside their workshop.
3 – Nougat Ascaso (5.13/10)
The Ascaso pastry shop was born in 1890 in Huesca and since then, its commitment to innovation and research into new formulas based on traditional recipes have made it a solid benchmark for the sweetest gastronomy in Spain. So much so that Ascaso is a Christmas essential, each year they make more than 11,000 kilos of artisan nougat and have more than 30 flavours.
4 – Federico Verdú nougat (4.29/10)
Since 1882, this family from Alicante has brought a sweet touch to every home in Spain for Christmas. It is a company with an artisanal production method recognized for its quality over the years, bringing us nougat and sweets, such as a delicious jijona nougat to an exquisite guirlache. But that’s not all, because this firm from Alicante is transformed in summer, and what in winter were nougats when the heat arrives becomes exquisite ice creams that will delight anyone.
5 – Nougat Casa Mira (4.03/10)
It’s been 157 years since Luis Mira decided to try his luck in Madrid, thus being the first nougat master in the capital, and we can say that it was a resounding success. Known in Madrid but also throughout Europe, this workshop is all the rage for its craft production and traditional ingredients, resulting in what many say is the “best nougat in Spain”. They also complement their offer with delicious sweets, marzipan, shortbread and candied fruit, among many others. .
6 – Virginias (3.97/10)
According to the story, this company from Tarragona began in 1932 selling cookies, nougats and chocolates from a truck. Little by little Virginias grew, until that truck became a factory, and after a few years its sweets spread to all corners of Spain. Over the years they have reformulated and created new products but always taking and enhancing tradition to create their excellent sweets. Even today, innovation has been opted for, where, thanks to the collaboration with renowned chefs, incredible nougat have been created, such as the carrot cake nougat or the creamy ginger and matcha tea nougat.
7 – Rafa Gorrotxategi nougat (3.96/10)
Anyone who tastes the nougat created in the workshops of the Gorrotxategi family will see that they are a true work of art. Despite being a family business that has been dedicated to confectionery with traditional production for many years, the third generation headed by Rafa Gorrotxategi has opted to take a leap forward in quality and innovation. A change that will surprise us with new products and novel pairings that aim to take artisan confectionery, and specifically nougat, to haute cuisine levels. For example, you cannot miss the White Truffle nougat or the Rosa Ruby Chocolate nougat.
8 – Red nougat (3.88/10)
In Agramunt, one of the cradles of nougat in Spain, we find Roig nougat. A family business that produces a large assortment of nougat, always staying true to traditional family recipes and using the best selection of ingredients that, with an artisanal process, result in a product of the highest quality. Whether it is the typical Agramunt nougat, marzipan, chocolate or confectionery, you will find with them everything you need to spend a very sweet Christmas.
9 – Delaviuda nougat (3.80/10)
Behind the Delaviuda turrones hides history, tradition and a lot of work. Of humble and family origin, its products manufactured in a small workshop have evolved over the years but without losing sight of its secret: the tradition and quality of its recipes. Today, following in the footsteps of family tradition and respect for craftsmanship, the Delaviuda confectionery offers a wide range of sweets with which to travel back in time and savor the magic of the recipes of yesteryear on these special dates.
10 – Picó nougat (3.70/10)
We located Picó nougat in the mythical town of Jijona, where the largest world production of nougat is concentrated. So it is not surprising that this veteran brand already has the third generation of nougat masters working to sweeten Christmas for half the world. And it is that they have managed to expand to be present in more than 15 countries, from Europe through America, Africa and Oceania. And all this success is due to his passion for making this Christmas sweet with love, passion and the best ingredients.
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