Maraschino liqueur is distilled from cherry fruit and pits, giving it a complex, funky flavor and little fresh cherry flavor. Luxardo is a popular brand. The bottle is very tall, causing storage problems for obsessive-compulsive types.
Some popular cocktails containing Maraschino Liqueur
- Chinese Cocktail — Jamaican rum, Maraschino Liqueur, Curaçao, Bitters, Grenadine
- Rubicon — Gin, Maraschino Liqueur, Herbal liqueur, Lemon juice, Rosemary
- Aviation Cocktail — Gin, Maraschino Liqueur, Crème de Violette, Lemon juice
- B.C.M. — Reposado Tequila, Maraschino Liqueur, Bitters, Simple syrup, Lime juice, Blackberry, Maraschino cherry
- Midnight Ride — Rye, Aperol, Maraschino Liqueur, Sweet vermouth