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When Oma’s sisters came to visit, they always switched to Eierlikör after coffee. Now, Oma poured hers straight from the bottle, but there are some delicious Eierlikör variations I’m sure she would have loved.
Eierlikör makes a wonderful last-minute gift, especially around Easter. But sometimes the occasion calls for something a little more festive and seasonal than the classic version.
In this article, I’ll show you 9 easy homemade Eierlikör variations you can make using one simple base recipe. From fruity spring flavours to rich and indulgent twists, there’s something for every taste. Pro tip: make a double portion and keep half of it to yourself 😉.
Before You Start
These homemade Eierlikör variations are quick and easy to make and perfect for Easter, gifts or special occasions.
The basis for all the recipes below is this recipe for traditional homemade Eierlikör.
Most of the recipes add the additional flavouring ingredient to the ready-made Eierlikör.
The lemon and coconut variations, however, require a different approach. While lemon Eierlikör needs the cream to be infused before starting to make the Eierlikör, the coconut variation uses slightly different ingredients.
Coffee Eierlikör Variation
This coffee Eierlikör is rich, smooth and perfect for anyone who loves the combination of creamy liqueur and bold coffee flavour. It has a slightly more intense taste than the classic version and pairs beautifully with desserts or an afternoon coffee.
How to make coffee Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Dissolve 1–2 teaspoons of instant espresso powder in a small amount of warm cream or liqueur until smooth, then stir it into the finished Eierlikör.
Alternatively, add 50 ml of strong espresso to the Eierlikör.
Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
For a stronger coffee note, you can increase the amount slightly, but be careful not to overpower the creamy base.
Tips
- When using brewed coffee, the liqueur becomes a bit thinner. If you want to avoid that, use instant powder instead.
- Add the coffee gradually and taste as you go.
- This variation tastes especially good served with desserts or added to coffee.
Chocolate Eierlikör Variation
This chocolate Eierlikör is heaven for chocoholics with its velvety, indulgent flavour. Dark chocolate pairs best with the sweet creaminess of traditional Eierlikör, but feel free to try milk chocolate for a sweeter and lighter variety.
How to make chocolate Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Dissolve 1–2 teaspoons of dark chocolate powder (unsweetened) in a small amount of warm cream or liqueur until smooth, then stir it into the finished Eierlikör.
Alternatively, add 50 g of melted dark chocolate to the Eierlikör.
Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
For a stronger chocolate note, you can increase the amount slightly, but be careful not to add too much, as the mixture will become thicker.
Tips
- Chocolate and chocolate powder will thicken the Eierlikör, so make sure not to use too much of them. Alternatively, add a bit more cream to the mixture.
- Add the chocolate gradually and taste as you go.
- This variation tastes especially good served with desserts or added to hot chocolate.
Hazelnut Eierlikör Variation
This hazelnut Eierlikör adds a new level of creaminess to the already rich Eierlikör and is perfect for anyone who loves nuts. If you like, substitute the hazelnuts with almonds, walnuts or any nuts you like.
How to make hazelnut Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Dissolve 2 teaspoons of hazelnut butter (unsweetened) in a small amount of warm cream or liqueur until smooth, then stir it into the finished Eierlikör.
Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
For a stronger hazelnut note, you can roast finely ground hazelnuts in a pan and stir them into the Eierlikör mixture. This will alter the texture a bit as you’ll feel the nut flour in your mouth.
Tips
- Hazelnut butter and ground nuts will thicken the Eierlikör, so make sure not to use too much of them. Alternatively, add a bit more cream to the mixture.
- Use almond, walnut, cashew, macadamia or peanut butter as alternatives.
- This variation tastes especially good served with poached fruit (Peach Hélène, for example) or added to coffee.
Strawberry Eierlikör Variation
Nothing describes spring better than strawberries, and I haven’t met anyone yet who wouldn’t love this strawberry Eierlikör!
How to make strawberry Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Puree 150 g fresh strawberries or let 150 g frozen strawberries thaw and puree them.
Put the strawberry puree in a pot and bring it to a boil. Boil it briefly for about 30 seconds, then add the puree to the finished Eierlikör. Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
For a stronger colour, you can add a bit of red food colouring, but this is purely optional.
If you don’t like the small seeds, pour the puree through a sieve into the Eierlikör.
Tips
- Strawberry puree will make the Eierlikör more liquid, but it’s still creamy and stable; by cooking the puree, part of the water evaporates, thus preventing the liqueur from getting too thin.
- This variation tastes especially good just as a fruity spring drink or on an Eierlikör cake.
Raspberry Eierlikör Variation
Raspberries add a sweet, yet tangy note to our homemade Eierlikör. This raspberry Eierlikör is perfect for anyone who loves a rich, fruity drink that’s not too sweet.
How to make raspberry Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Puree 150 g fresh raspberries or let 150 g frozen raspberries thaw and puree them.
Put the raspberry puree in a pot and bring it to a boil. Boil it briefly for about 30 seconds, then add the puree to the finished Eierlikör. Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
For a stronger colour, you can add a bit of red food colouring, but this is purely optional.
If you don’t like the small seeds, pour the puree through a sieve into the Eierlikör.
Tips
- Raspberry puree will make the Eierlikör more liquid, but it’s still creamy and stable; by cooking it, part of the water evaporates, thus preventing the liqueur from getting too thin.
- This variation tastes especially good just as a fruity spring drink or served on vanilla ice cream.
Lemon Eierlikör Variation
This tangy, zesty Eierlikör version is perfect for anyone who loves the combination of creamy and citrus flavours.
How to make lemon Eierlikör
Before preparing homemade Eierlikör, grate the zest of one organic lemon. Put the zest in a bowl and pour the cream on it. Heat the cream to 60 °C and let it infuse with the lemon zest for about 2 hours.
Prepare the Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
To enhance the flavour, blend one tablespoon of homemade candied lemon peel and add it to the finished Eierlikör. Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
Tips
- The trick here is to infuse the liqueur with lemon zest instead of adding fruit puree or juice. Lemon juice would make the Eierlikör curdle!
- This variation tastes especially good with buttermilk or yoghurt desserts
Apricot Eierlikör Variation
This apricot Eierlikör is a fresh and fruity variation and brings a promise of summer.
How to make apricot Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Puree 150 g fresh or canned apricots or let 150 g frozen apricots thaw and puree them.
Put the apricot puree in a pot and bring it to a boil. Boil it briefly for about 30 seconds, then add the puree to the finished Eierlikör. Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
Tips
- Apricot puree will make the Eierlikör more liquid, but it’s still creamy and stable; by cooking it, part of the water evaporates, thus preventing the liqueur from getting too thin.
- To get the drink smooth, press the puree through a sieve.
Mango Eierlikör Variation
This mango Eierlikör is tropical, sweet and perfect for anyone who loves a more exotic flavour.
How to make mango Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Puree 150 g fresh mango or let 150 g frozen mango thaw and puree it.
Put the mango puree in a pot and bring it to a boil. Boil it briefly for about 30 seconds, then add the puree to the finished Eierlikör. Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
Tips
- Mango puree will make the Eierlikör more liquid, but it’s still creamy and stable; by cooking it, part of the water evaporates, thus preventing the liqueur from getting too thin.
- This variation tastes especially good on exotic desserts or just as an exotically flavoured drink.
Banana Eierlikör Variation
This banana Eierlikör is smooth, velvety and perfect for anyone who loves bananas and can’t get enough of them.
How to make banana Eierlikör
Prepare the homemade Eierlikör as described in the base recipe.
Puree one fresh banana and add the puree to the finished Eierlikör. Mix well to ensure the flavour is evenly distributed.
Tips
- Unlike other fruit purees, the banana is not cooked as it would brown.
- Although the Eierlikör contains sugar and alcohol to preserve it, the banana bits will turn brown within a few days. That said, banana Eierlikör is best consumed within two days.
- This variation tastes especially good on exotic desserts or added to hot chocolate.
Coconut Eierlikör Variation
This coconut Eierlikör is another exotic version of the classic Eierlikör and perfect for anyone who loves Caribbean flavours.
How to make coconut Eierlikör
Instead of adding some flavour to the finished Eierlikör, we twist the original recipe:
Use coconut cream instead of cream and white rum instead of vodka or corn schnapps.
Prepare the Eierlikör as indicated in the recipe and fill it in bottles.
Tips
- To enhance the flavour, toast a tablespoon of coconut shavings and let the coconut cream infuse with them. Sieve them off before adding the cream to the liqueur.
- This variation tastes especially good on exotic desserts or added to hot chocolate.
Now it’s your turn
Looking at all these variations, I’m absolutely sure that my Oma and her sisters would have liked those Eierlikör flavourings and I can very well imagine them sitting around her coffee table, tasting the different liqueurs and ranking them!
What I love most about Eierlikör is how easy it is to adapt. With just a few simple additions, you can turn a classic recipe into something completely new — fruity, nutty, chocolaty or even a little adventurous.
So why not try one of these variations yourself? Or better yet, experiment with your own ideas and create a flavour that’s uniquely yours. You might just discover a new favourite — or even start a tradition of your own.
And if you do, I’d love to hear about it.