Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur (75cl, 32%)

A sour Marasca cherry liqueur from Italy, following the original 1821 recipe. Marasca cherries with their leaves, stems and pits are infused in larchwood vats, distilled in traditional copper pot stills, matured in Finnish ash-wood vats, and finished with a simple syrup of sugar and water. The full process takes around four years. Per the brand it is crystal clear, with the typical aroma of Marasca cherry distillate, strong spirit and roasted nuttiness; smooth yet sharp on the palate, with hints of dark chocolate, vanilla and orange marmalade over the persistent cherry core.