DIY Maraschino Cherries

This is a quick and easy method to extend the shelf life of your cocktail cherries by briefly heating and storing in a fortified syrup. The syrup will be close to 20% ABV and, once the cherries are finished, will make a delicious cherry liqueur. I like this method as the cherries still taste like fresh cherries... not candied cherries.

If you want to get a longer shelf life from your cherries then you can use one of the two methods listed below. I used the Art of Drink method a few years back and still have delicious tasting cherries from that batch:

‪@DistinguishedSpirits‬ Maraschino Cherries:    • How to Make Maraschino Cherries (Booz...  

Art of Drink (a more scientific approach): https://www.artofdrink.com/science/ma...

INGREDIENTS
150g Sour Cherries (Morello, Marasca, etc.)
75ml Simple Syrup
30ml Brandy
30ml Maraschino Liqueur