Maraska Maraschino Original Liqueur
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Maraska Maraschino Original is a renowned Croatian liqueur crafted from the exquisite marasca cherry, a fruit native to the region. Produced by Maraska, a historic distillery located in Zadar, Croatia, this liqueur is a true reflection of the area's rich liqueur-making tradition. Maraska Maraschino Original is made using authentic recipes and cherries sourced from the distillery's own grove of over 100,000 cherry trees, ensuring the highest quality.
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Bottle details
| Type | Liqueur |
|---|---|
| Brand | Maraska |
| Origin | Zadar, Croatia |
| Strength | 32% ABV (64 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | marasca cherries |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
Maraschino is a quiet workhorse of the classic cocktail canon, and this Croatian original is a fine way to understand it. Maraska makes it in Zadar, Croatia, from marasca cherries, with fruit drawn from the distillery's own grove of more than 100,000 trees. It pours crystal clear with no added color, which surprises anyone expecting something red and syrupy. The nose is delicate and floral, led by sweet, slightly tart cherry with hints of almond and rosewater. On the palate, that cherry sweetness is balanced by a marzipan-like note from the pits before a clean, smooth finish. At 32% ABV it is built to be used. A measured pour is essential in an Aviation or a Hemingway Daiquiri, a splash lifts a glass of sparkling wine, and it makes a lovely drizzle over chocolate or custard. Home bartenders filling out a back bar should start here, and liqueur fans will enjoy it neat. We carry it because it is a genuine regional original with a rich history behind it, and a little of it goes a long way.
Pairs well with
- Dark chocolate desserts — The liqueur's sweet cherry and almond notes play naturally against rich chocolate, much like a cherry-and-marzipan bonbon.
- Vanilla custard or crème brûlée — A drizzle adds floral cherry and a marzipan accent that brightens creamy, eggy desserts.
- Sparkling wine aperitif hour — A splash in a flute of bubbly layers delicate cherry and rosewater aromatics over the wine's crisp fizz.
Questions about this bottle
Why is this maraschino clear instead of red?
Why is this maraschino clear instead of red?
Maraska Maraschino Original is a clear liqueur with no added color. It is made from marasca cherries and captures their flavor, so it looks more like a fine spirit than the bright red syrup that bottled cocktail cherries come in.
What does Maraska Maraschino taste like?
What does Maraska Maraschino taste like?
Expect sweet, subtly tart marasca cherry balanced by almond-like, marzipan notes from the cherry pits. The aroma is delicate and floral, with hints of almond and rosewater, and the liqueur finishes clean and smooth with a lingering cherry note.
Which cocktails use maraschino liqueur?
Which cocktails use maraschino liqueur?
It is a crucial ingredient in classics like the Aviation and the Hemingway Daiquiri, where it adds a distinctive cherry-almond sweetness. It also works as an aperitif: add a splash to a glass of champagne or sparkling wine for an aromatic lift.
How strong is it and what size is the bottle?
How strong is it and what size is the bottle?
Maraska Maraschino Original is bottled at 32% ABV, which is 64 proof, and comes in a standard 750 ml bottle. It is produced by Maraska at its distillery in Zadar, Croatia.
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