PENINSULA PREMIUM Cocktail Cherries – Deep Burgundy 10.5 oz (3-Pack), Silky Natural Syrup & Firm Whole Fruit

Peninsula Premium Cocktail Cherries are a premium jarred fruit crafted from Northwest Michigan cherry varieties and finished in a naturally colored, naturally flavored syrup. Recognized with Double Gold at the 2019 SIP Awards, these cherries present a concentrated fruit-forward sweet-tart profile with subtle earthy and nutty notes. Each 10.5 oz jar contains roughly 30 whole cherries, packed to deliver consistent color, texture and flavor without artificial dyes or flavorants.

What makes these cherries different from standard maraschinos?

Unlike mass-market maraschino cherries, Peninsula Premium uses specific heirloom-style varieties and a refined syrup to preserve true cherry nuance and texture. The result is a firmer, darker fruit with layered sweetness and a clear cherry character.

• Deep burgundy-red color from natural processing, no artificial dyes
• Silky, slightly viscous syrup that highlights fruit complexity
• Whole cherries with a firmer bite and intact shape
• Natural flavor profile with mild earthy and nutty undertones

How do they perform in cocktails and desserts?

These cherries are formulated to stand up in stirred and spirit-forward recipes without losing shape or becoming cloying. Mixologists value their concentrated flavor because a single cherry can meaningfully lift an Old Fashioned, Manhattan or Whiskey Sour, while the syrup adds depth to desserts and glazes.

• Keep shape in stirred cocktails and over ice cream
• Syrup enhances glazes, boozy desserts and sauces
• Balanced sweetness works in both citrus-driven and spirit-focused drinks
• About 30 cherries per 10.5 oz jar — convenient single-serve garnishes

Are these cherries allergen-friendly and how are they made?

Peninsula Premium emphasizes simple ingredients and transparent sourcing. The cherries are grown and processed in the U.S., are gluten-free and certified kosher, with no artificial flavors or colorants used in the jar.

• 100% American grown and produced in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula cherry region
• Gluten-free and certified kosher
• No artificial coloring or flavoring added
• Packaged to preserve whole fruit and natural syrup texture

How should I store and serve these cherries for best results?

To maintain quality, refrigerate after opening and use within a reasonable window to preserve texture and flavor. Serve chilled for cocktails or warm the syrup slightly when using as a dessert topping to loosen the sauce.

• Refrigerate after opening; cap jar tightly
• Serve chilled as a cocktail garnish or spoon over ice cream
• Gently heat syrup for glazes or warm dessert toppings
• Single jars last multiple servings — about 30 cherries each

Who is this for? Peninsula Premium Cocktail Cherries are designed for home bartenders, professional mixologists, pastry chefs and anyone who wants an elevated fruit garnish. If you prioritize authentic cherry taste, natural ingredients, and a product that holds up in cocktails and culinary applications, these cherries offer a gourmet upgrade from standard jarred varieties.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: CHERRIES, WATER, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, CHERRY JUICE CONCENTRATE, ELDERBERRY JUICE CONCENTRATE, NATURAL FLAVORING, VEGETABLE JUICE CONCENTRATE (FOR COLOR), CITRIC ACID