PENINSULA PREMIUM Cocktail Cherries — Deep Burgundy, 10.5 oz Jar with Silky Rich Syrup, Award-Winning Mixology Fruit

Peninsula Premium Cocktail Cherries are award-winning, American-grown dark burgundy cherries preserved in a silky, rich syrup to elevate cocktails and desserts.

These hand-harvested cherries come from Michigan’s Lower Peninsula and offer a concentrated fruit profile without artificial colors or flavors. Celebrated by bartenders and dessert chefs, the jar contains roughly 30 whole cherries in a glossy syrup that balances sweetness with a subtle tart and earthy undertone. The texture is smooth and slightly firm, designed to hold up in stirred drinks or as a finishing touch on plated desserts.

What makes these cherries different from supermarket maraschinos?

Unlike the bright red, candy-like maraschinos, Peninsula Premium Cocktail Cherries are deep burgundy in color and retain natural cherry nuance. Their syrup is richer and more complex, created to enhance spirits and desserts rather than mask flavors.

• Real fruit sourced from northwest Michigan orchards.
• No artificial coloring or flavoring added.
• Silky, dense syrup that complements spirits and creams.
• Award-winning recipe recognized at the SIP Awards (Double Gold).

How do these cherries perform in classic cocktails?

These cherries were crafted with mixology in mind: they stay intact when stirred, add color without overpowering, and the syrup integrates into the drink for balanced sweetness. They’re a go-to garnish for stirred and spirit-forward cocktails where a nuanced fruit accent is desired.

• Perfect for Old Fashioned, Manhattan, and Whiskey Sour garnishes.
• Syrup mixes smoothly into shaken or stirred drinks for added depth.
• Whole fruit presentation improves visual appeal and mouthfeel.
• Intense flavor means fewer cherries needed per drink.

Can these cherries be used in cooking and desserts?

Yes — their concentrated flavor and syrup make them versatile beyond the bar. Use them to finish sundaes, adorn cakes, or spoon over gelato; the syrup doubles as a quick glaze or sauce base for desserts.

• Drizzle syrup over ice cream, panna cotta, or cheesecake.
• Top cakes, tarts, and plated desserts for visual and flavor contrast.
• Use syrup to macerate fruits or reduce into cocktail-friendly sauces.
• Whole cherries serve as elegant pastry decorations or cheese-board accents.

Are these cherries allergen-friendly and how many are in a jar?

Peninsula Premium Cocktail Cherries are gluten free and certified kosher, and they do not contain artificial dyes or flavors. A 10.5-ounce jar contains approximately 30 cherries, offering a cost-effective supply for home bartending and entertaining.

• Gluten free and certified kosher for broader dietary compatibility.
• No artificial coloring or flavoring; natural fruit profile.
• Approximately 30 cherries in the 10.5 oz jar; 60 in the 20 oz option.
• Made and sourced in the United States (Michigan Lower Peninsula).

Who is this for? Peninsula Premium Cocktail Cherries suit home bartenders, professional mixologists, bakers, and anyone who prefers a naturally flavored garnish that complements premium spirits and refined desserts. If you want a cherry that looks elegant, tastes complex, and originated from American orchards, this jar delivers a gourmet, versatile option for both drinks and culinary finishes.

Ingredients

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