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Maraschino

Zadar sour-cherry liqueur distilled since the 1700s

Croatia Wine & spirit Vegetarian

Your guide, Chef Baku
Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

Cherry liqueur distilled in Zadar from Marasca cherries since the sixteenth century; Girolamo Luxardo’s firm, founded in 1821, made it famous.

Frequently asked questions

What is Maraschino?

Maraschino is a wine & spirit from Croatia: zadar sour-cherry liqueur distilled since the 1700s. Cherry liqueur distilled in Zadar from Marasca cherries since the sixteenth century; Girolamo Luxardo’s firm, founded in 1821, made it famous.

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Cooked

distilled

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