{"product_id":"luxardo-maraschino-cherries-6-6-lb-3kg-italian-can-whole-marasca-cherries-in-syrup-gourmet-cocktail-dessert-garnish","title":"luxardo Maraschino Cherries 6.6 lb (3kg) Italian can — whole Marasca cherries in syrup, gourmet cocktail \u0026 dessert garnish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuxardo The Original Maraschino Cherries are whole, pitted Marasca cherries candied in Marasca syrup and sold in a large 6.6 lb imported Italian can for cocktails and desserts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese premium Italian candied cherries come from the Luxardo tradition of Marasca preservation, offering a deep, slightly tart cherry flavor preserved in a rich Marasca syrup. Packaged in a commercial 3 kg can, they’re designed for high-volume use—bars, pastry kitchens, restaurants, and serious home mixologists—delivering consistent taste and texture without the artificial cloy of typical mass-market maraschinos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do Luxardo cherries change a cocktail or dessert?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheirs is a flavor-first approach: whole Marasca cherries provide a complex balance of sweet and bitter notes rather than a saccharine one-dimensional sweetness. Because they’re preserved in real Marasca syrup, they add aroma, color, and a syrupy glaze that layers into drinks and plated desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd nuanced cherry flavor and a glossy finish to classic cocktails like the Manhattan or Old Fashioned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the syrup as a drizzle over ice cream, panna cotta, or chocolate desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInclude whole cherries as garnish or finely chop them into batters and fillings for concentrated fruit pockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this 6.6 lb can practical for professionals and enthusiasts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large-format can holds 50% cherries and 50% Marasca syrup, keeping fruit hydrated and easy to portion. Buying the 3 kg can reduces packaging waste, lowers unit cost versus small jars, and ensures supply continuity for busy services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommercial-sized volume for high-turnover bars and bakeries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSyrup keeps cherries plump and convenient to spoon or drain as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImported from Italy and shelf-stable until opened for reliable inventory management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Luxardo cherries suitable for special diets and foodservice standards?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese cherries are labeled gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, and kosher, making them adaptable to many menu requirements. Ingredients are straightforward—cherries, sugar, Marasca cherry juice, glucose, natural flavors and colors—though the product may contain pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for gluten-free and vegan menus when used as labeled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKosher-certified format simplifies inclusion in regulated kitchens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMay contain pits—take care when serving to children or in applications expecting pit-free fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store and use the can to maintain peak quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the sealed can in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; refrigerate after opening to preserve texture and flavor. Use clean utensils to prevent contamination and transfer remaining cherries and syrup to sanitized containers for short-term refrigeration if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore sealed at room temperature; refrigerate after opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse clean spoons; reseal or transfer to sanitized jars to extend freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReserve syrup for cocktails, glazes, or dessert sauces to maximize value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Luxardo The Original Maraschino Cherries in the 6.6 lb can are made for professional bartenders, pastry chefs, restaurant operators, and serious home entertainers who want authentic Marasca flavor at scale. If you need consistent quality, concentrated cherry flavor, and economical bulk packaging for frequent use, this imported Italian can is built for that purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do these cherries contain pits?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Product may contain pits; use caution and inspect before serving to children or when pit-free fruit is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long do they last after opening?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Refrigerate after opening and use within a few weeks for best texture and flavor; always use clean utensils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"luxardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46001733632083,"sku":"B002YY4OU2","price":271.69,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9949\/2947\/files\/luxardo-front-of-can_91613c81-6760-43b3-9cd3-753b3e4692b2.jpg?v=1787171341","url":"https:\/\/spicestosnacks.ca\/products\/luxardo-maraschino-cherries-6-6-lb-3kg-italian-can-whole-marasca-cherries-in-syrup-gourmet-cocktail-dessert-garnish","provider":"Spices To Snacks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}