Comments on: Call to Arms: DIY – Maraschino Cherries (with a touch 'o the Henny)

By: Manhattan Cocktail, Cold and Dusky « Cold Glass

Manhattan Cocktail, Cold and Dusky « Cold Glass — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 20:57:38 +0000

[...] or garnish with lemon or orange peel. I prefer one brandied cherry; these are incredibly easy to make, and there are lots of recipes on the [...]

By: mick

mick — Wed, 26 May 2010 03:18:44 +0000

I just want to say that this recipe produces cherries that are so good, that those consuming them may actually die from the deliciousness.

Everytime — EVERY time — I serve somebody one, they almost visibly swoon when they bite into it.

Now, on the topic of the Pit.

I wrung my hands for weeks over needing a pitter (and not wanting to buy one), and finally, just said “fuhgeddaboutit” and didn’t pit them. And I’m totally ok with that.

I don’t deny that there comes a knee-jerk “look out! there’s pits!” reaction, but I think there’s also an advantage to the pits: If they weren’t there, I think a jar would pretty much evaporate if left within reach of those who have had them. Sort of like how Pistachios last somewhat longer in the bowl if they’re not shelled.

AMAZING!

By: Homemade Maraschino Cherries… «

Homemade Maraschino Cherries… « — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 23:22:49 +0000

[...] both in one stone maybe, I decided to make some of my own Maraschino Cherries after reading a great post about how to do [...]

By: Dizzy Gifts, Part 1: DIY « The Dizzy Fizz

Dizzy Gifts, Part 1: DIY « The Dizzy Fizz — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 19:59:06 +0000

[...] Show your friends what real maraschino cherries are supposed to taste like, thanks to CocktailNerd. [...]

By: Karl

Karl — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 02:09:45 +0000

The maraska from croatia are not the real maraschino. The Luxardo is the real deal. The croatian stuff is from the estates stolen from the Luxardo family(half the family were murdered in the process) during world war two. They also make real maraska cherries for cocktails. Beautiful stuff. check them out if you find some.

By: Voiceof Reason

Voiceof Reason — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 15:58:38 +0000

Thinking sour cherries would be even better than bing cherries in this.

By: Gabriel

Gabriel — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 21:13:57 +0000

Wow, where in the hell did you find the Maraska Maraschino Liqueur? I’d love to get my hands on a bottle of that. And yes, brandied cherries are incredibly delicious; I’m glad my post helped you out.

By: John Scott Tynes

John Scott Tynes — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 15:58:06 +0000

I adapted your recipe for a half-pound of cherries, and also used brandy entirely as I couldn’t get Maraschino Liqueur. Even so, they were absolutely delicious!

I’ve now found Maraschino Liqueur (the brand from Croatia) and am trying a new batch. Thanks!

By: Boot C

Boot C — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 03:22:58 +0000

thanks! & hello from Tulsa too

By: The Pegu Blog

The Pegu Blog — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 20:52:12 +0000

[...] (Maraschino) Cherrys right here, right now. Now, two of my favorite cocktail bloggers, Gabriel at Cocktail Nerd, and Robert at Explore the Pour (I told you it’d seem like I’m stalking you for a [...]