Boozy Whiskey Cherries are the perfect holiday treat. Maraschino cherries are infused with cinnamon whiskey to create a treat that will explode in your mouth with amazing flavor.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- Take a peek at what a jar of marinated cherries costs and you will be overjoyed with this DIY marinated cherries recipe.
- These spiked cherries are easy to prepare and a great hostess gift for any holiday or gathering.
- There is nothing complicated here. Take a bottle of cinnamon whiskey and an inexpensive bottle of maraschino cherries. Combine the two and now you have magic.
Ingredient List
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- maraschino cherries
- cinnamon whiskey
Equipment
- 8- ounce mason jars
- Liquid Measuring Cup
Instructions
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- Drain the grenadine syrup from the cherry jar. Reserve some juice to add back to the spiked cherries for extra flavor. Place the cherries in an 8-ounce mason jar.
- Fill the jar with cinnamon whiskey, or a combination of cinnamon whiskey and the grenadine syrup.
- Ensure the cherries are completely submerged.
- Place in a cool, dry spot for 3 days.
Eileen's Tips for Success
- Make big batches of this 2-ingredient delight to give as hostess gifts any time of year.
- Use cheesecloth or wax paper to push the cherries into the mason jar.
Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways to change the flavor of this dish.
- Alcohol: Any favorite liquor such as rum, vodka, tequila, or bourbon can be used for this recipe.
Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips
Storage - Store the cherries for up to 6 months in a cool dry place.
Serving Suggestions
For adult family and friends, top your favorite ice cream with these whiskey cherries for a tasty garnish.
Serve over ice cream, along with pineapple upside-down cake, or drizzle over coconut oil brownies.
Besides serving infused cherries in mason jars and giving them as hostess gifts, whiskey-soaked cherries are perfect to put out as a snack at adult parties.
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Whiskey Cherry Recipe
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Equipment Needed:
Ingredients
- 1 (6) ounce maraschino cherries jar including the grenadine juice in the jar
- ½ cup Cinnamon Whiskey Note 1
Instructions
- Drain the grenadine syrup from the 6-ounce jar of cherries. You can reserve some to add back to the spiked cherries for flavor.
- Place the cherries in an 8-ounce mason jar.
- Fill the jar with ½ cup cinnamon whiskey, or a combination of cinnamon whiskey and the grenadine syrup. Ensure that the cherries are completely submerged - you can use a bit of balled up cheesecloth or wax paper to push the cherries down, if needed.
- Lightly attach the mason jar lid. Place in a cool, dry spot for 3 days.(NOTE: you can store the cherries like this for up to 6 months.)
- Add to cocktails, desserts or give as a homemade gift.
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Kate
Thanks for sharing this recipe. We have tried and enjoyed this very mach. If I have any typos in this comment I must be slighly tipsy.
Eileen xo
Fantastic, Kate. I love these cherries too.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan
I would have never though of making my own boozy cherries. These are so simple to make and is perfect for all the holiday dessert that I will be baking. Thanks for sharing!
Eileen xo
Thank you Sandhya, they are delicious and a fun gift.
Dannii
You had me at boozy. I am definitely making these for Christmas.
Eileen xo
Excellent Dannii, enjoy the cherries.
Maria
Hi Eileen! I love these! Now I want to give them as gifts. Do they need to be refrigerated after opened, assuming some crazy person doesn't finish then in one sitting??
Thx
Eileen xo
Hi Maria, I agree, these cherries are great as gifts and they don't last long. I do advise to keep them in the fridge. I am so glad you enjoy them. Have an awesome day.
Liz
what a fun idea for some adult fun! i could see these on top of some salted caramel ice cream!
Eileen xo
Oh I love the idea of these cherries on salted caramel ice cream
Shanna
Now, these are my kind of cherries to put on ice cream.
Eileen xo
Great idea to put these cherries on ice cream.
Kimberly LeRoy
I made these over the weekend and just tried one - oh my God are they good! I’m making them for Thanksgiving
Eileen xo
This is excellent news Kimberly. I hope your family and friends enjoy the cherries.
Kushigalu
How refreshing and flavorful is this. Perfect for holidays dinner. Thanks for sharing
Eileen xo
I'm so glad you enjoy the recipe.