The trademark of the Hanseatic city, the typical sweet of the city of Lübeck is composed of simple ingredients, such as rose water, almonds, and sugar. However, its flavor is unique and nothing resembles it. Marzipan exists in many countries and cities in Europe, but nowhere is it compared to Lübeck’s, with its unique flavor.

The marzipan was not born in Lübeck, but in the East, where almonds and sugar were produced. Upon returning from the East, the Crusaders brought the recipe, arriving in northern Germany, due to Hanseatic cities, and it was soon perfected by the Germans. As sugar became more accessible to the population in the 19th century, not only did the rich and noble have access to this wonderful candy, but also all other citizens.

The most famous brand in Marzipan is Niederegger, founded by Johann Georg Niederegger in 1822. The brand was named a leader among Lübeck’s confectioners in 1832. A little before 1895, the company’s marzipan already carried awards for excellent quality, making it if, at the time, the official supplier of the German emperor. Marzipan is used in different sweets, most of the time covered with a thin layer of chocolate has different shapes and flavors. Another traditional recipe in which we find it is at Marzipantorte.

The Niederegger cafe, located in Lubeck, is a must for anyone who wants to try this local delicacy, there is a wide variety of sweets and pies produced with the marzipan. Above the café, there is a museum, which tells its complete story and has giant versions of its sweets.

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