Heering Cherry Competition - See all 2025 entries

What kind of country is Norway?

Instead of a video of me, I'm adding a song. I don't think it's necessary to make a video with me, as I don't want to influence your

Heer Me Out

Boozy, not too sweet, well-balanced. I used bottled-in-bond Rittenhouse rye (100 proof) and Wild Turkey 101 bourbon (101 proof), which makes for a delicious

The First Glow of Christmas

A bright cherry aroma rises first, lifted by subtle gingerbread spice. The palate opens with vibrant cherry from Heering Cherry Liqueur, followed by warm

Yuletide Velvet

Highland Park 12yo selected for database match; recipe originally designed specifically for Loch Lomond 12 Year Old.

Firn

Make sure to use a flavorful, foresty gin. It can really make or break this cocktail.

Crimson Carol

The holidays have always carried the sound of home for me. Growing up Peruvian, December meant music in every corner, family filling the house, and the

Ruby Branch

For me, Christmas has always been about the taste of cherry liqueur, oranges and cinnamon. And when I lived abroad, it also became about ham with rosemary.

Fallen Sleigh

Rather than a riff on the summery Paper Plane, this is more of a total re-imagining of it in the magical, wintery world of Christmas. Earthy, warming

Cherry Hunt No.1

The cocktail's equal parts structure makes it extremely easy for any bartender or enthusiasts to replicate without having to specialize any prep.

Herring Drink-Go Bell

Inspired by the Aperol Spritz structure, the "Heering Drink-Go Bell" balances the rich, sweet cherry notes of Heering Cherry Liqueur with the

Frosty Fire-pit

I wanted to capture the essence of a late winter night, after the fire is out and cold begins to settle in.

Silent Solstice

For the best flavor contrasts in this drink, choose a bourbon with cherry notes, such as the Old Forester 1910.

Cereza Navidad

A high ball created to be refreshing and also rich and deep with flavor. The cherry heering with the agave syrup creates a heavy texture that is sweet

Christmas Black Forest

I don't think anyone would refuse to have a small cake on Christmas. If it were a liquid Black Forest cake, it would be a great Christmas

I almost cried

Bright, smoky and aromatic with layers of cherry, spice, rum funk and lime. Dry finish, complex mid-palate, and a touch of heat from the mezcal and mole

Christmas in Long Island

I came up with this idea as a way to capitalise on our busiest time of the year. I spun one of our most popular cocktails (the Long Island) into a fun