Collins Chicago Amaretto Wild Black Cherries, 13.4 oz Jar — Amaretto Syrup Garnish for Cocktails & Desserts

Collins Chicago Amaretto Wild Black Cherries are whole wild black cherries preserved in an amaretto-infused syrup to use as a premium garnish for cocktails, desserts, and baking.

These jarred cherries combine the tart depth of wild black cherries with warm amaretto notes in a glossy syrup made from natural ingredients. Ready-to-use straight from the jar, they bring bakery-quality flavor and visual polish to sours, Old Fashioneds, ice cream, cakes, and pans of roasted fruit. The 13.4 oz jar contains multiple plump cherries that hold their texture after pouring or spooning, making them practical for both home bartenders and professional kitchens.

How do these cherries change a classic cocktail?

Using Collins Chicago amaretto cherries elevates familiar drinks by adding layered sweetness and a nutty almond aroma without artificial flavors. Their dense syrup both sweetens and coats glass rims when drizzled, while whole fruit adds a show-stopping garnish that endures through service.

• Infuses Old Fashioneds with almond-forward depth.
• Provides a ready garnish for sours and Manhattans.
• Syrup can be spooned into shaken cocktails for extra body.
• Whole cherries maintain shape for skewering and presentation.

What makes these cherries suitable for desserts and baking?

The cherries are preserved in an amaretto-infused syrup that keeps fruit tender but intact, so they can be folded into batters, spooned over ice cream, or used as a topping for cheesecakes and tarts. Their concentrated flavor reduces the need for extra extracts or liqueurs in recipes.

• Stays plump when baked into crumbles and pastries.
• Syrup doubles as a glaze or sauce for plated desserts.
• Adds natural fruit texture to frostings and fillings.
• Suitable for quick compotes without added sugar.

How should I store and serve the jar for best results?

Unopened, keep the jar in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight. Once opened, refrigerate and use within a few weeks for optimal texture and flavor; always reseal the lid to preserve the syrup and fruit integrity.

• Serve cherries chilled for cocktails or warmed for desserts.
• Use a small spoon or cocktail pick to preserve jar contents.
• Refrigerate after opening and consume within recommended time.
• Reserve leftover syrup for glazes, mixers, or marinades.

Are these cherries made with natural ingredients?

The product is crafted from wild black cherries and an amaretto-infused syrup formulated with natural components to highlight the fruit and liqueur character. The focus is on preserving authentic cherry texture and delivering a clean flavor profile that complements, rather than masks, other ingredients.

• Wild black cherries are the primary ingredient.
• Amaretto flavor is integrated into the preserving syrup.
• No reliance on heavy artificial flavorings to boost aroma.
• Packaged to retain fruit integrity and visual appeal.

Who is this for? Collins Chicago Amaretto Wild Black Cherries are ideal for home mixologists, bartenders, pastry chefs, and food lovers who want an elegant, time-saving garnish that enhances both taste and presentation. If you make cocktails regularly, bake fruit-forward desserts, or plate artisanal dishes, this jar delivers consistent quality and a distinctive almond-accented cherry flavor without extra prep.

Ingredients

Cherries, glucose-fructose syrup, sugar, Amarena juice, carrot and hibiscus extract (for color), citric acid, natural amaretto flavoring.