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Imperial
Unusually, maraschino liqueur is the backbone of this dry vermouth-based cocktail
Calvin Grant
11th October 2025 at 02:56
What a lovely combination of flavors! The proportions of the various ingredients have been fine tuned to perfection. ( Twelve drops equals a dash.)
28th April 2025 at 09:52
I added 2.5 ml maraschino syrup to mine and it tasted like the maraschino drink. Like a lengthened maraschino cherry. 100% better!
5th March 2025 at 00:39
I was a bit sceptical before trying this but actually it turns out to be rather interesting and complex. Will keep that in mind for those who like less boozy drinks.
22nd February 2025 at 08:27
Admittedly, I am a Maraschino lover, but this is is a beautifully balanced dry cocktail. Starts off dry then blooms into sweet. I didn't find it too boozy! It looks stunning in the glass too. I shall be making it again.