Goldschläger Cinnamon Liqueur
Swan's Nest Rd
Unit 30, Kilbarrack Shopping Centre
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Dublin
D05 N2F6
Ireland
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About this product
Fiery cinnamon, warming spice and real 24-carat gold flakes.
Few spirits make an entrance quite like Goldschläger. With its unmistakable floating flakes of real 24-carat gold, this iconic cinnamon schnapps has always been as much about the spectacle as the flavour. First created in Switzerland, it became a familiar sight in bars and nightclubs, earning a place in the memories of a generation of drinkers.
Beneath the golden shimmer is a bold cinnamon liqueur with a sweet, warming character. The flavour is rich and unmistakably spicy, combining luscious cinnamon sweetness with an intense heat that builds towards the finish. Bottled at 43.5% ABV, it has considerably more punch than its sweet appearance might suggest.
The name Goldschläger comes from the German word for a gold-leaf maker: the skilled craftspeople who hammer precious gold into extraordinarily thin sheets. The tiny flakes suspended in the spirit are genuine 24-carat gold, adding a striking visual element without altering the flavour. Whether served ice-cold as a shot or used to create something a little different behind the bar, Goldschläger remains a true original.
Why we love it:
Goldschläger is impossible to mistake for anything else. The combination of fiery cinnamon, sweet spice and shimmering gold flakes gives it a personality all of its own, while its generous strength delivers a proper warming kick. A nostalgic favourite that still knows how to make an impression, whether brought out for a party or enjoyed as an unusual addition to a drinks collection.
Country of origin
Switzerland
Tasting notes
Colour
Crystal clear, with delicate flakes of genuine 24-carat gold suspended throughout.
Nose
Sweet, fragrant cinnamon with warming spice.
Palate
Luscious cinnamon sweetness develops into a powerful spicy heat, finishing long, warming and intensely aromatic.
Serving suggestion
Goldschläger is traditionally enjoyed well chilled as a shot, allowing its cinnamon sweetness to come through before the warming spice takes over. It can also be served over ice or used in cocktails where its distinctive flavour adds a fiery cinnamon dimension. For a simple long drink, try it with apple juice or ginger ale, which complement its sweet spice particularly well.
Easy Home Cocktail – Goldschläger Apple & Ginger
- 40ml Goldschläger
- 80ml cloudy apple juice
- 60ml ginger beer
- 10ml fresh lemon juice
- Ice
- Apple slice and cinnamon stick to garnish
Fill a tall glass with ice and add the Goldschläger, apple juice and lemon juice. Top with ginger beer and stir gently to combine. Garnish with a slice of apple and a cinnamon stick. The sweetness of the apple brings out the cinnamon character, while the ginger adds another layer of warming spice and a refreshing finish.
Size, cl
70
ABV, %
40.0
About the producer
Goldschläger takes its inspiration from the historic tradition of gold-flake liqueurs, most famously Danziger Goldwasser, which dates back to the early seventeenth century. The modern Goldschläger brand emerged in Switzerland in the 1990s, bringing this centuries-old visual tradition together with a bold cinnamon schnapps. Its name celebrates the gold-beating craft, while the real 24-carat gold flakes have become its unmistakable signature. Today, the brand is part of the Sazerac portfolio, continuing to stand out as one of the most distinctive cinnamon liqueurs on the market.