Behind the Scenes: Making Maraschino Cherries
We set out to replicate the flavor of the long-lost pre-Prohibition-era maraschino cherry.
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The Cherry On Top?
Super Food Nerd Jonathan Milder set out to replicate the flavor of the long-lost pre-Prohibition-era maraschino cherry. Read about his journey here, and click here for the resulting recipe.
Get the Recipe: Maraschino Cherries
Setting the Scene
Before he knew it, cherries were crowding recipe developer Jonathan Milder out of his workspace.
Top Tip
Pit the cherries before macerating them. A cherry pitter makes quick work of this task.
Pack Your Pantry
Here are the flavor components you'll need: maraschino liqueur, sweet cherries, orange zest and almond extract
Fluid Motion
Stir together the heavy syrup, liqueur and almond extract and pour the mixture over the cherries.
Have a Ball
Pack the cherries into a pint jar.
Mix and Match
This was the test lab: jars with varying ratios of ingredients and other variables.
The End Result
These boozy and bracing maraschinos are perfect for adults.
A Good Garnish
They're perfect for topping a Manhattan...
Cherry Red
...or eat them on their own. We won't judge.
Get the Recipe: Maraschino Cherries