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Maraschino Liqueur

A crystal-clear liqueur distilled from Marasca cherries — pits, stems, and all. Don't confuse it with maraschino cherry syrup. Maraschino liqueur is dry, nutty, and subtly funky — more almond than cherry. It's the secret weapon in the Aviation, the Last Word, and the Hemingway Daiquiri.

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Styles & Brands

Italian Maraschino

The traditional style from the Veneto region. Dry, nutty, and subtly cherry-forward with a distinctive almond character from the crushed pits.

  • Luxardo Maraschino

    The definitive expression. Dry, nutty, and complex with a delicate cherry blossom and almond character. Use it sparingly — a little goes a long way in an Aviation or Last Word.

  • Maraska Maraschino

    Slightly sweeter and more overtly cherry-forward than Luxardo. A good budget alternative that still delivers in cocktails.

Maraschino Liqueur Cocktails