El Corte Inglés Club del Gourmet Turrón de Alicante – 250g

Turrón de Alicante, the iconic Spanish nougat, reaches its peak in this version from Club del Gourmet, El Corte Inglés's curated selection of Spain's finest foods. Alicante turrón has been a Christmas tradition since the 19th century, and this 250-gram bar carries that heritage in every bite—hard, toasted almond nougat studded with whole almonds and bound in a delicate wafer.

About this product

Unlike its softer Jijona cousin, turrón de Alicante demands a sharp knife and patient teeth. The texture is brittle, almost crystalline, with a subtle caramel undertone and the clean snap of roasted Spanish almonds. Club del Gourmet sources this from respected confectioners in Alicante province, where the tradition remains unbroken. The result is authentic, uncomplicated, and deeply satisfying.

How to enjoy

• Snap into pieces and serve with strong coffee or sweet dessert wine (Moscatel de Valencia pairs beautifully).
• Gift-wrap a bar to anyone who remembers Spanish Christmas mornings.
• Keep in a cool place and break off a piece whenever you need a moment of uncomplicated sweetness.

Product details

• Net weight: 250g
• Origin: Alicante, Spain
• Brand: Club del Gourmet (El Corte Inglés)
• EAN: 8433329152839
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

⭐ Why we love this

This is turrón de Alicante in its purest form—hard, honest, and unapologetically traditional. Club del Gourmet's selection honors the 19th-century Alicante confectioners who perfected this craft, delivering that signature brittle texture and toasted almond snap that defines authentic Spanish Christmas nougat.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Break off a piece with a small glass of Moscatel de Valencia—the wine's honeyed sweetness plays perfectly against the turrón's caramelized crunch. Alternatively, pair with strong espresso or black coffee for a contrast that cuts through the richness and enhances the roasted almond character.

📍 From Spain

Sourced directly from Alicante province in southeastern Spain, where turrón de Alicante has been made continuously since the 1800s. Club del Gourmet works with respected local confectioners who maintain time-honored techniques, ensuring each bar carries the authentic flavor and texture that made Alicante nougat legendary across Spain and beyond.