Straight Up | Citrus | Sour
Aviation
Maraschino and violet liqueur give this early twentieth-century gin sour its distinctive floral lift and pale sky-toned identity
Stonefruit · Dry
Maraschino Liqueur
Liqueur|Liqueurs|32% ABV|Europe, Croatia
Maraschino liqueur is a classic cocktail modifier that adds aromatic complexity and subtle cherry almond depth to stirred and shaken recipes
Maraschino liqueur brings dry cherry almond and light floral notes making it essential for Aviation Martinez and Hemingway Daiquiri style cocktails
Flavor Profile
Sweetness
Medium
Bitterness
Low
Acidity
Medium
Body
Light
Taste
StonefruitCherryAlmond
Aroma
Marasca CherryAlmondFloral
Texture
Light
Known For
Classic Cocktails
AviationMartinezHemingway Daiquiri
Modern Cocktails
Modern Stirred VariationsCraft Sours
Signature Serves
Classic Cocktail Serves
Pairings
Pairs Well With
GinRumVermouth
Recommended With
LimeLemonOrange Bitters
Avoid Pairing With
Cream Based Ingredients
Substitutes
Substitute With
Cherry Liqueur
Non-Alcoholic Alternatives
Cherry Syrup
similar cherry profile with more sweetness and less almond depth
Serving Tips
Use small measures to add complexity without over sweetening
Storage Tips
Store upright away from direct sunlight and heat
Buying Tips
Choose traditional maraschino liqueur for authentic stone fruit character
Mix it into something
Cocktails made with Maraschino Liqueur
About Maraschino Liqueur
What Does Maraschino Liqueur Taste Like?
Dry cherry forward with almond and light floral depth
How It Is Made
Produced by distilling marasca cherries including pits and leaves then balanced with sugar for aromatic complexity
How To Use Maraschino Liqueur in Cocktails
Use in Aviation Martinez and classic stirred cocktails
Best For
Classic cocktails stirred recipes and aromatic sours
A Bit of History
Maraschino liqueur originated in the Dalmatian region and became a foundational ingredient in classic European cocktail culture