Maraschino Cherry Recipe

silver bowl full of cherries
Pitted Cherries at the tucker house
Pitted Cherries

Cherry explosion at the Harrison House Suites and Tucker House kitchen! We are making house made Maraschino Cherries for specialty cocktails for Coho Restaurant! No more artificially bleached and dyed cherries from a jar in our cocktails! Maria, aka the Fruit Lady, who travels from Orondo, Washington each week during the summer recommended the Hardy Giant, a sweet black cherry for this recipe. She said they are more similar to the Marasca cherries which are traditionally used. We pitted pounds of cherries to start. Then soaked the cherries in Luxardo Maraschino Liquor to cure for up to two weeks. These cherries will make the perfect finish for a Classic Manhattan for a hot summer day.

First comes the cherries, then comes the Luxardo Liqueur and then comes the wedding that is featuring this Classic Manhattan with a Northwest twist! The finished cherries looked fabulous – dark red and the Maraschino Liquor added another flavor dimension to the cocktail. They were a real hit with our guests and I suspect the cherry caused them to order another round!

Here’s our Manhattan recipe:

Classic Manhattan with a Northwest Twist:

1.5 oz of High West Distillery Bourbon (located in Park City, Utah)

.5 oz of Clear Creek Distillery Pear Brandy (located in Portland, Oregon)

.5 oz of sweet vermouth

Dash of Bitters

Add your Maraschino Cherries to your favorite cocktail.

Recent Posts

Wine Tasting at San Juan Vineyards & More This Spring

Slowing down, taking a break from the fast pace of the modern world, and escaping your daily stressors is the point of a getaway to the San Juan Islands. Here, you’ll find the perfect opportunity to slow down and enjoy the finer things in life – and that includes wine

Read More »

Plan to Visit Lime Kiln State Park on San Juan Island

For many visitors, a trip to the San Juan Islands is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. People come for various reasons, but at the top of the list is often the chance to see the mesmerizing landscapes of the San Juan Islands firsthand and enjoy some of the world’s best whale watching.

Read More »

Reserve Your Spot on the San Juan Island Ferry Now

The San Juan Islands are one of the most storied and sought-after vacation destinations in the Pacific Northwest. The area is rich with opportunities to see Orcas and other whales in the wild, to enjoy kayaking, hiking, and biking, and to savor the undeniable beauty of the world. However, to

Read More »
Scroll to Top
Unwind at our Friday Harbor Bed and Breakfast after seeing Orcas in San Juan Islands

Summer Vacation Availability

Last minute summer availability and repeat guests can save up to 20% with our non-refundable rate. (15% repeat guest discount + 5% non-refundable rate)

lighthouse at a rocky shorline with evergree trees at back

Recognized by Travel + Leisure Magazine

We have been recognized by Travel + Leisure Magazine as the best place to stay when visiting Friday Harbor and San Juan Island.

Give The Gift of Tucker & Harrison House This Holiday Season

Give your loved one a very special gift of a stay at our inns.  We offer gift certificates in many amounts.