Dirty Sue Whiskey Cherries
16 oz mason jar | Stardust cherries, Pacific Northwest | Preserved with bourbon & Tennessee whiskey — Dirty Sue Whiskey Cherries are the bartender's upgrade to the cocktail cherry: noticeably larger Stardust cherries from the Pacific Northwest, preserved in a mix of sugar, cherry juice, and red currant juice with a hint of star anise, vanilla, Kentucky bourbon, and Tennessee whiskey. The skin pops with the first bite, revealing flavor compared to a fresh cherry. Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.
These are large, firm, fairly dry cherries — not the neon maraschino of the garnish tray. The whiskey is the last ingredient on the list, so the fruit does the talking: bright cherry up front, vanilla and warm spice behind, all-natural deep red color, gluten-free. Among cocktail garnishes, they're the jar that makes an Old Fashioned or Manhattan taste like the bar down the street just hired a better bartender. Refrigerate after opening.
Tasting notes
Big punch of vanilla over bright, firm cherry fruit; sweet finish with warm spice and a whisper of whiskey. (Per Drinkhacker review.)
Why buy it from Del Mesa Liquor
- 16 oz mason jar — Stardust cherries, Pacific Northwest
- Preserved with Kentucky bourbon + Tennessee whiskey, star anise, vanilla
- All-natural color, gluten-free; skin pops with the first bite
- Crafted by bartenders for bartenders (Eric "ET" Tecosky)
- Available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor
How to serve it
Drop 2–3 into an Old Fashioned or Manhattan; also superb over vanilla ice cream. Refrigerate after opening.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the jar?
16 oz mason jar.
What kind of cherries are they?
Stardust cherries from the Pacific Northwest — larger than typical cocktail cherries.
Do they contain alcohol?
They're preserved with Kentucky bourbon and Tennessee whiskey, but they're a garnish, not a spirit.
Who makes Dirty Sue?
Bartender Eric "ET" Tecosky — the brand behind the original bottled premium olive juice.