Distilled

A taste of cherry

Iconic Italian liqueur producer is celebrating its 200th anniversary this year. Founded in 1821 by Girolamo Luxardo, the company’s signature Marasca cherry liqueur, Maraschino Originale, has been made to the same recipe ever since and is a staple in classic(16.5%, £20/70cl, , Eataly London) is a vermouth-style bitter cherry aperitivo. Fruity and herbal, you can enjoy it neat over ice or pair it with tonic or Prosecco for a long aperitif. (40%, £120/70cl, , Eataly London) is a limited-edition, luxury maraschino made with a Marasca cherry distillate base that’s more than 50 years old. Super-smooth and silky, it delivers intense cherry aromas, with complex notes of chocolate, almonds, herbs and spice that linger on the exceptionally long finish. One to sip and savour.