Italian bacio is a classic gelato flavor that combines hazelnuts and chocolate. It was inspired by the famous bacio Perugina, a popular chocolate confectionery consisting of gianduja and chopped hazelnut filling, all topped with a whole hazelnut and coated in dark chocolate.

The name translates to a kiss, denoting a combination of ingredients that perfectly complement each other. Similar to the confectionery product, this gelato variety is characterized by its pale brown color and a nutty flavor that is often elevated with the addition of chopped hazelnuts.