Making artisanal nougat is a labor-intensive process that requires dedication and care. The essential ingredients are almonds, honey, sugar, and egg white. The mixture of thesse ingredients is cooked slowly over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking or burning, until a smooth, uniform paste is a obtained.
The next step is pressing and molding the nougat, which is then left to cool before being cut into portions. This entire process is what produces the delicious artisanal nougats we all know.
Artisanal nougat traces its roots to the town of Jijona, located in the province of Alicante, Spain. Our artisanal nougat factory, the most renowned in the area, produces the famous Jijona artisanal nougats, considered the finest on the marke
However, excellen artisinal nougats can also be found in other regions of Spain, such as Valencia, where the nougat making tradition is also deeply rooted.