Leopold Bros Maraschino Liqueur
Leopold Bros Maraschino Liqueur is a maraschino liqueur — 750mL at 30% ABV (60 proof), distilled in Denver from Croatian Marasca cherries with Montmorency cherry distillate, coriander, and honey — and you can order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 30% (60 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Origin: Marasca cherries from Croatia, fermented and distilled by a partner there; blended and finished in Denver, Colorado, USA
- Method: Marasca eau-de-vie plus house-distilled Montmorency cherry distillate and coriander, sweetened with honey; first released 2011
- Almond notes: come from the cherry pits — no artificial cherry flavoring
- Recognition: Good Food Awards winner
Marasca, the Real Maraschino
True maraschino starts with the Marasca cherry — and Leopold Bros goes to the source, having a Croatian partner macerate, ferment, and distill Marasca cherries into a floral eau-de-vie that's shipped to Denver. There it's blended with the distillery's own Montmorency cherry distillate and coriander, then sweetened with honey. The almond character comes from the pits, not a flavor lab. More from Leopold Bros, or browse the full liqueurs shelf.
Tasting Notes
Floral cherry blossom and ripe cherry over a clean distillate base, almond-pit depth, honeyed sweetness, and a dry, elegant finish — nothing like neon-red cocktail cherries.
How to Enjoy
Essential for Aviations, Last Words, Hemingway Daiquiris, and Martinez cocktails; a barspoon lifts any sour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is maraschino liqueur made from?
Distilled Marasca cherries — Leopold Bros uses Croatian Marasca eau-de-vie plus Montmorency cherry distillate, coriander, and honey.
What is the ABV?
30% ABV (60 proof).
Is it like maraschino cherries?
No — the liqueur is a dry, floral distilled spirit; the bright-red cocktail cherry is a different product entirely.
Does it contain artificial flavors?
No — no artificial ingredients, flavors, colors, or preservatives; the brand advises drinking within 60 days of opening.
The bartender's maraschino, done honestly: order Leopold Bros Maraschino Liqueur online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.