Luxardo Maraschino Cherries (400g jar)

Overview

A single 400g jar of Luxardo Maraschino Cherries is the size most home kitchens and small dessert programs actually reach for — enough to keep a batch of gelato, sundaes, or cocktail garnishes stocked without committing to a wholesale case. Luxardo has been preserving marasca cherries in their own syrup using the same method since 1821, and this jar carries that tradition in a format built for everyday use.

Why gelato and pastry kitchens reach for this jar

Elenka has spent decades sourcing the ingredients that go into real Italian gelato and pastry, and Luxardo’s marasca cherries are a staple for a reason. Fold them into cherry gelato or semifreddo, drop a few whole into a scoop of vanilla or chocolate gelato, or use the deep red syrup as a ready-made variegato swirl. The cherries hold their shape and color through freezing and baking, so they work as well inside a dessert as they do on top of one.

Flavor profile

The cherries themselves are tart-sweet with a faint almond note that comes from the marasca pits used during preservation — the same nuance that gives Luxardo’s syrup its signature depth. The syrup is thick, deep red to almost black, and carries a rich cherry aroma with a whisper of amaretto.

Beyond dessert: cocktails and drinks

These aren’t just a garnish. Use them in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan for a genuine Italian maraschino cherry instead of the bright-red supermarket version, or muddle the syrup itself into a soda for a non-alcoholic cherry drink.

Product details

• Format: 400g jar
• Origin: Italy
• Ingredients: Marasca cherries, sugar, marasca cherry juice, glucose, citric acid, grape colour extract, natural maraschino flavour
• Dietary: Gluten-free, GMO-free, Kosher certified, vegan-friendly
• Storage: Store in a cool, dark place; refrigerate after opening

Frequently asked questions

Are Luxardo Maraschino Cherries the same as regular maraschino cherries?
No — Luxardo’s cherries are marasca cherries preserved in their own dark syrup, with a tart-sweet, slightly almond-like flavor. They’re darker, less sweet, and closer to the fruit than the bright red, artificially flavored maraschino cherries most grocery stores carry.

Can I use the syrup, or just the cherries?
Both. The syrup is a common ingredient on its own — used as a variegato in gelato, a cocktail sweetener, or drizzled over desserts.

Is this jar suitable for professional kitchens, or just home use?
It works for both. For food-service or bulk ordering, see the case-quantity options on our wholesale distributor site, Elio Importing.