(Mettler-Toledo Inc.: Columbus, Ohio) -- Marzipan has its origins in the Orient, where it was served at the caliph's table as a special delicacy, and for a long time in Europe, marzipan could only be enjoyed by the elite such as crowned heads, princes, and ladies of court. Today, Niederegger marzipan—the epitome of Lübeck marzipan—is one of the most exclusive confectionary delicacies, as it is still made from expensive specially selected Mediterranean almonds.

Niederegger, the Lübeck marzipan maker, produces marzipan products of the finest quality that even surpass the quality requirements for fine-grade "Lübecker Edelmarzipan." It's possible to taste it in each one of the more than 300 Niederegger specialties, which are produced from raw marzipan paste made 100 percent from the finest ingredients.

The secret of the traditional recipe for Niederegger marzipan is the exact ratio of almonds to sugar and a secret ingredient that is similar to rosewater.

Niederegger marzipan is famous throughout the world for its quality. "The strict quality demands governing our production processes have been passed down from generation to generation since our founding in 1806," explains  Carsten Mahn, Ph.D., plant manager at Niederegger. "We have worked together successfully with METTLER TOLEDO in the field of product inspection for over 10 years," adds Mahn.

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