maraschino

/mærəˈʃiːnoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a sweet, cherry-flavored liqueur made from cherries, especially Marasca cherries, and often used in cocktails.

“The bartender added a splash of maraschino to the classic Negroni recipe.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Marasca cherry or its juice.

“The maraschino flavor was a key component in the traditional Italian dessert.”

3. proper noun

a liqueur made by Luxardo, an Italian company that produces a sweet, cherry-flavored liqueur made from Marasca cherries.

“Luxardo is famous for its high-quality maraschino liqueur.”

Synonyms

  • cherry liqueur
  • marasca liqueur

Antonyms

  • bitter liqueur
  • unsweet liqueur